Imagine biting into a warm, pillowy pastry bursting with juicy blueberries and a hint of zesty orange, dusted with a cloud of powdered sugar that melts on your tongue. These Easy Baked Blueberry Orange Beignets are not just a recipe—they're a morning revelation that transforms an ordinary breakfast into an extraordinary culinary experience. Whether you're a brunch enthusiast, a pastry lover, or simply someone who appreciates a delightful sweet treat, these beignets will revolutionize your morning routine and leave you craving more.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 beignets
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or butter to ensure easy removal of beignets.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and fresh orange zest. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well incorporated and free of lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, beat the large egg and then add milk. Whisk these wet ingredients until they are completely blended and smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy but without visible dry flour patches.
- Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter. Use a gentle folding motion to prevent crushing the berries.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a beignet comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the beignets cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire cooling rack.
- Once the beignets have cooled slightly but are still warm, generously dust them with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delightful combination of blueberry and orange flavors. These beignets are best consumed on the same day they are made.
Tips
- Use fresh, plump blueberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen berries can make the batter too wet.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter—lumpy is good! Overmixing can lead to tough, dense beignets.
- For extra orange flavor, add a splash of orange extract to the wet ingredients.
- Make sure your baking powder is fresh to ensure the beignets rise properly.
- Use a light hand when folding in blueberries to prevent them from breaking and turning the batter purple.
- If you don't have a muffin tin, you can use a baking sheet and drop the batter in mounds.
- Serve immediately after dusting with powdered sugar for the best taste and presentation.
- Let the beignets cool for just a few minutes to set, but serve while still warm for maximum enjoyment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
