BRUNCH BEIGNETS

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Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight! -Lois Rutherford, Elkton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 large eggs, separated
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brandy, optional
Oil for deep-fat frying
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg yolks, sugar, water, butter, lemon zest, vanilla and, if desired, brandy; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter., In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.