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Easy Air Fryer Beignets – A Light & Fluffy Mardi Gras Treat!

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Laissez les bon temps rouler! 🎭✨

At The Salty Blonde & Company, we love celebrating Fat Tuesday before the Lenten season begins. Mardi Gras is all about indulgence—good food, good company, and a little something sweet before the season of reflection and simplicity.

One of our favorite traditions is enjoying beignets, those pillowy, sugar-dusted treats that instantly transport you to the lively streets of New Orleans. But instead of deep-frying, we’re keeping it simple (and a little lighter!) by making these in the air fryer—with a secret ingredient: Greek yogurt!

This easy air fryer beignet recipe gives you all the flavor and fluffiness you crave with way less mess, making it perfect for a quick and festive Fat Tuesday treat.


Easy Air Fryer Beignets Recipe


Ingredients:


  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt

  • 1 cup self-rising flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1½ tbsp sugar (plus extra for dipping)

  • 4 tbsp melted butter


Directions:


  1. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, sugar, baking powder, and flour until a dough forms.

  2. Roll out the dough to about 2 inches thick and cut into squares.

  3. Place the dough squares on a tray and let them rest for about 15 minutes.

  4. Brush each beignet with melted butter for a golden, crispy texture.

  5. Air fry at 350°F for 7 minutes, then flip and air fry for another 7 minutes until golden and puffy.

  6. Remove from the air fryer and immediately roll in sugar for that classic sweet crunch.

  7. Enjoy warm and let the good times roll! 🎉


Why We Love This Recipe


✔ No deep-frying needed – Less oil, less mess, all the flavor!✔ Greek yogurt adds fluffiness – A slightly tangy, soft bite.✔ Quick & easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.

Whether you're celebrating Mardi Gras in full spirit or just craving a delicious, easy treat, these air fryer beignets are a must-try! Serve them up with a cup of coffee or chicory café au lait, and you’ve got yourself a little taste of New Orleans right at home.

Will you be making these for Fat Tuesday? Let us know in the comments! 👇

💜💛💚 Happy Mardi Gras from The Salty Blonde & Company!

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