Beignets Recipe | Wolf Gourmet

Ingredients

• ½ cup (120 milliliters) warm water (105–110°F [40–43°C])
• ¼ cup (50 grams) plus 1 teaspoon (4 grams) granulated sugar, divided
• 1 (0.25-ounce) package (7 grams) active dry yeast
• ½ cup (120 milliliters) boiling water
• ½ cup (120 milliliters) evaporated milk
• 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon (3 grams) salt
• 1 large egg (50 grams)
• 4 cups (508 grams) bread flour, plus additional for rolling
• 4 cups (896 milliliters) vegetable oil, plus additional for oiling bowl
• Confectioners' sugar, for dusting