French Apple Beignets (Allergen-Friendly)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
• 0.5 cup Tapioca Starch
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Cane Sugar
• 1 cup Dairy-Free Milk (e.g., Oat Milk)
• 1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter, melted
• 2 medium Apples, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 3 cups Coconut Oil, for frying
• 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. 2In a separate bowl, combine dairy-free milk, apple cider vinegar, and melted vegan butter.
3. 3Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. 4In a skillet, sauté the diced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
5. 5Heat coconut oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
6. 6Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
7. 7Remove the beignets from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
8. 8While still warm, dust the beignets generously with powdered sugar.
9. 9Serve immediately with the sauteed apples on top or on the side.

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