# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
02 - 3/4 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
→ Frying
09 - 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
→ Decoration
10 - 2 cups powdered sugar
11 - 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
12 - Assorted food coloring (red, green, blue, gold, silver)
13 - Festive sprinkles and edible pearls
# Directions:
01 - Dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar and allow to stand 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Whisk in sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually incorporate flour until a soft dough forms.
03 - Knead on lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place until doubled, approximately 1 hour.
04 - Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut rounds using a 2-inch cutter, re-rolling scraps as needed.
05 - Arrange rounds on parchment-lined trays, cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
06 - Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in deep fryer or heavy pot. Fry beignets in batches 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and cool.
07 - Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a smooth, spreadable icing. Divide and tint with desired food coloring.
08 - Dip or spread icing onto cooled beignets. Adorn with sprinkles and edible pearls to mimic Christmas ornament designs. Allow icing to set before serving.
