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Hazelnut Cream Beignets: Soft, Fluffy Pastries Filled with Rich Hazelnut and Chocolate Cream

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Soft and fluffy beignets filled with a rich hazelnut and chocolate cream, perfect for a decadent treat or indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • ½ cup powdered sugar, for dusting
  • 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (e.g. Nutella)
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm milk, warm water, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough rises, prepare the hazelnut cream by heating the heavy cream until hot but not boiling, then mix in the chocolate hazelnut spread until smooth. Let cool and refrigerate until needed.
  6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll out on a floured surface to about ½ inch thickness.
  7. Cut into squares or circles using a cookie cutter or knife.
  8. Cover the cut dough and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
  9. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Fry the beignets in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  11. Remove and drain on paper towels, then dust with powdered sugar.
  12. Once slightly cooled, fill each beignet with hazelnut cream using a piping bag fitted with a filling tip.
  13. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the oil stays at a consistent temperature for even frying.
  • You can prepare the hazelnut cream filling in advance and keep it chilled.
  • These beignets are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven.

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