Gluten Free Beignets

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp cane sugar
• 2 teaspoons dry active yeast
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 1/2 cups gluten free flour blend
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tbsp soften butter
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small mixing bowl, add warm water,...: In a small mixing bowl, add warm water, sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, add egg, milk, and...: In a separate bowl, add egg, milk, and yeast mixture then stir to combine. Add flour and salt mix until a dough forms. It will be soft and slightly sticky (see the photo above). Add butter and mix until combined.

3. 3

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Let it...: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until slightly puffy.

4. 4

   Dust a clean surface with flour, roll the...: Dust a clean surface with flour, roll the dough about ½ inch thickness. Cut into squares (around 2x2 inches).

5. 5

   Heat oil in a pot. Fry beignets in...: Heat oil in a pot. Fry beignets in batches, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides about 1-2 minutes per side.

6. 6

   Remove with a slotted spoon, place on paper...: Remove with a slotted spoon, place on paper towels to drain.

7. 7

   Immediately dust generously with powdered sugar.