Description
Deliciously soft and fluffy beignets made in an air fryer, dusted with powdered sugar for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl and whisk until well blended.
- Whisk together milk, vanilla extract, and egg in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the basket, spaced apart for rising.
- Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until puffed and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
You can make the dough ahead and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. For a different flavor, try adding chocolate chips or spices like cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg