Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Special Equipment Needed:
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Large pot for frying
- Slotted spoon
- Wire rack
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the eggs, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Mix until the dough comes together.
4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
5. Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into strips or diamond shapes.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F.
7. Fry the bugne in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bugne to a wire rack to cool.
9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Fry the bugne in oil heated to 350°F.
Serving size:
- Makes about 20 bugne.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 160 per bugne
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use semisweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe to 1/8 tsp.
Variations:
- Add 1 tsp of cinnamon to the dough for a spiced flavor.
- Replace the chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to ensure even cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when frying to prevent the bugne from sticking together.
- Dust the bugne with powdered sugar while they are still warm for better adherence.
Storage Instructions:
- Store the bugne in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- To reheat the bugne, place them in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the bugne on a platter dusted with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the bugne with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Pairings:
- Serve the bugne with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Bugne are often served as a dessert or snack on their own.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the bugne are too greasy, the oil may not be hot enough or the bugne may have been fried for too long.
- If the bugne are too dry, the dough may have been overworked or rolled too thin.
Food Safety Advice:
- Use caution when frying with hot oil to prevent burns.
- Make sure the bugne are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food History:
- Bugne are a traditional French pastry that are often served during Mardi Gras.
Flavor Profiles:
- The bugne are sweet and buttery with a hint of chocolate.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the bugne as a dessert or snack with a hot beverage.
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Region: French