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Soufflé Beignets (Choux-Based)

Airy choux-pastry beignets fried until puffed and golden, dusted with powdered sugar.

Total time
32 min
Serves
8
Difficulty
Medium
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Soufflé Beignets (Choux-Based)
As seen on Episode 250

The preparation

8 steps, about 32 minutes start to finish.

  1. 01

    Bring water and butter to a boil in a saucepan.

  2. 02

    Add flour, salt, and sugar all at once, stirring vigorously until dough pulls away from the sides and forms a ball.

  3. 03

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly for 5 minutes.

  4. 04

    Beat in eggs one at a time until dough is smooth, glossy, and pipeable.

  5. 05

    Heat oil to 375°F.

  6. 06

    Drop dough by rounded tablespoons (or use two spoons) into hot oil.

  7. 07

    Fry for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden and puffed.

  8. 08

    Drain and dust with powdered sugar.

lightbulb The chef's notes

“The choux needs a few minutes to cool before the eggs go in, otherwise they cook on contact. Beat them in one at a time until the dough is smooth and glossy, that's when it'll puff.”

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