Pumpkin Beignets

By ldelmas

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat a deep fryer (or large stockpot filled with oil) to 365°F. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger in a medium-size bowl. Set aside. Whisk together the egg, milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla in a medium-size bowl until well-mixed. Pour the wet ingredients in with the dry and stir until the ingredients are fully combined and a thick batter forms. Use a Tbsp to drop several dots of batter into the hot oil. Fry the beignets, turning 2 or 3 times, until golden brown and puffy, about 5–7 minutes. Move the beignets to a paper towel-lined plate. Dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired, and serve hot.