EASY BISCUIT BEIGNETS (2024)

Easy Biscuit Beignets are a delicious and satisfying treat that is perfect for any occasion. These tender, sweet beignets are made with biscuits and are fried to perfection, covered in powdered sugar and taste incredible!

The best part about these beignets with biscuits is that they are incredibly simple to make. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, anyone can learn how to make beignets! If you’re hosting a party or just looking for a tasty snack, these beignets are sure to hit the spot.

Easy Beignet Recipe Using Biscuits

Beignets (pronounced BEEN-yays) are a staple treat served in Louisiana, but have become popular in other states as well. While they are traditionally made from a homemade yeast dough, we cut down on a lot of time and effort by simply using a layered biscuit instead. This easy recipe allows you to create these delightful treats in a short amount of time, perfect for morning, day, or night snacking!

Beignets are often served hot and dusted with powdered sugar, but they can also be filled with fruit, chocolate, or other sweet fillings. They are often served with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. Whether you prefer them plain or filled with your favorite flavors, they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Why this simple beignet recipe works:

• They are really easy! You just need oil, biscuits, and sugar. Just be careful around the hot oil, and make sure to have some paper towels handy.
• You can customize them. Add a drizzle of honey over your powdered sugar biscuits, or swap out the powdered sugar for Mardi Gras colored sugar if you want to be festive. Even a cinnamon sugar coating will taste great too!
• You can use any canned biscuits. While we enjoy this Pillsbury beignet recipe, nothing is stopping you from grabbing a more convenient brand of biscuits or using the can of biscuits you already have in the fridge too.

Biscuit Beignet Ingredients

Canned biscuits: You need two 16-oz cans of Pillsbury Buttermilk Grands biscuits for the base of this recipe.

Oil: Use just enough oil to fill a large-sided pan about 2-3 inches deep.

Powdered sugar: These warm beignets will be coated in powdered sugar after frying. Use about ½ cup to make them taste like traditional beignets.

How to Make Beignets from Biscuits

Prep

Get started by pouring the oil into a large saucepan with high sides, you need 2-3 inches of oil to fry the beignets. I recommend using a 2-3-quart saucepan for this.

Proceed to heat the oil over medium-high heat until the oil registers 375 degrees F. This will take several minutes, so prep the biscuits while you wait.

Open each can of biscuits and separate them, gently press each one to flatten them a little bit.

After that use a sharp knife to cut each biscuit into thirds.

Fry biscuits

Once the oil has reached 375 degrees F, fry each biscuit piece for 2-3 minutes, turning them over often so that they cook and brown evenly. Flip them over every 30 seconds or so, frying each side twice.

Remove the biscuits using a slotted spoon to let excess oil drain and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet.

Coat beignets

To coat the beignets well, pour the powdered sugar into a paper bag, and then after allowing the biscuits to cool for 1 minute, toss them in the powdered sugar by adding a few pieces to the bag and closing it. Shake gently, and they will come out nicely coated.

Another option is to sprinkle them with powdered sugar. After cooling slightly, do this by placing them onto a baking sheet and sprinkle each side with powder sugar.

Transfer the beignets to a dish lined in paper towels, serve hot, and enjoy!

What is the best cooking thermometer to use?

It’s important to have a reliable, durable cooking thermometer on hand! My all-time favoritethermometer is the Thermapen. It’s super fast and incredibly durable. Anothergreat cooking thermometer is the ThermoPopwhich is a more basic version that works just as well! I use a cooking thermometer to test a variety of foods for doneness- meats, breads, and even oil for frying. They’re a staple in my kitchen!

How long are biscuit beignets good for?

Traditionally this is a treat served hot and warm. They are meant to be eaten fresh because that is when they taste best. That said, you can keep leftovers for about 2-3 days in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge, but you will want to reheat them for a few seconds in the microwave and possibly give them a second coating of powdered sugar before serving.

Is it possible to prepare biscuit beignets using an air fryer?

Yes, it is possible to prepare biscuit beignets using an air fryer. However, the texture and taste may differ slightly from the traditional fried beignets. To prepare biscuit beignets using an air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Cut the biscuits into small pieces and place them in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Once done, remove the beignets from the air fryer and dust them with powdered sugar.

Note that the cooking time may vary depending on the brand and model of the air fryer. It is recommended to check the manufacturer’s instructions before using the air fryer for the first time.

Can I freeze homemade beignets?

You sure can! These little treats can be frozen for 1-2 months. When you are ready to enjoy, just reheat the beignets in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds or in the oven at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes to serve them warm. The powder sugar coating might need a refresher too, after reheating add another sprinkle of the powdery sweetness to really bring these treats back to life.

What type of canned biscuit should I use?

You can use any canned biscuits that you have on hand or want to use, but I recommend using the buttermilk or southern-style flaky layer biscuits. These will give you a more flavorful and richer tasting result that is fluffy and fabulous. Smaller biscuits will work, too, but they won’t be as big or fluffy once fried.

Why are my biscuits dense and oily?

If you don’t allow your grease to preheat properly before adding the raw dough into the pot, then the biscuit will sit in the oil longer than necessary. This results in them absorbing more oil than they should, resulting in a more dense beignet.

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Easy Biscuit Beignets are made with canned biscuits and ready to eat in just a few minutes. These beignets with biscuits are fried and covered in sweet powder sugar, they taste amazing.