Gluten-Free Beignets with Powdered Sugar Dusting

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

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Light and airy New Orleans-style beignets made with a gluten-free flour blend, dusted generously with powdered sugar for a classic sweet treat. This American-inspired gluten-free recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs gluten-free all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 300 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup, 110°F warm water
1/2 cup, warm evaporated milk
1 large egg
1/4 cup, melted unsalted butter
1/2 tsp salt
for deep frying, about 4 cups vegetable oil
for dusting, about 1 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in 1 cup warm water (110°F). Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
Step 2: Whisk in 1/2 cup warm evaporated milk, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Step 3: Gradually add 2 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Step 4: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into 3-inch squares.
Step 5: Fry beignets in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until puffed and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Step 6: Generously dust warm beignets with about 1 cup powdered sugar and serve immediately.