Can I use fresh croissants instead of day-old?

Absolutely, Just toast them lightly first—about 5 minutes at 200°F helps dry them out so they fry up crisp, not soggy.

What oil works best if I don't have vegetable oil?

Any neutral oil with high smoke point does the trick—canola, peanut, or even coconut oil (refined) are my go-tos. Just avoid olive oil's strong flavor. For more on cooking oils, check out this guide to cooking oils .

How do I keep my fried croissant beignets from getting greasy?

Two words: temperature control. Keep that oil steady at 350°F, don't overcrowd the pan, and let them drain well on paper towels. Hot oil = crispy, not oily.

10-Minute Fried Croissant Beignets: Irresistible Magic -

Name: 10-Minute Fried Croissant Beignets: Irresistible Magic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: French-American
Ingredients: 2 croissants (day-old works best); 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying); 1/4 cup powdered sugar

10-Minute Fried Croissant Beignets: Irresistible Magic

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Fried croissant beignets are a delicious twist on traditional beignets, using croissant dough for a flaky, buttery texture.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Frying
Cuisine: French-American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 croissants (day-old works best)
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

Cut croissants into 1-inch pieces.
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry croissant pieces for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Use day-old croissants for better texture.
Monitor oil temperature carefully.
Serve immediately for best taste.

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