beignet

noun

bei·​gnet ˌbān-ˈyā How to pronounce beignet (audio)
ˌben-
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: a light square doughnut usually sprinkled with powdered sugar

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Recipe tested by Southern Living Test Kitchen Active Time: 30 mins Chill Time: 1 hr Total Time: 4 hrs Servings: 8 Louisiana may be known for culinary exports like gumbo, jambalaya, and beignets, but Cajun custard pie deserves space on that list. Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024 The chain is best known for its beignets and its roasting methods. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Nov. 2024 This sweet treat blends the flavors of New Orleans beignets with the nostalgic charm of Pop-Tarts® and waffles, all served on a stick. Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Aug. 2024 Yet, Jono rises from the dead to make beignets for breakfast. Emma Soren, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for beignet 

Word History

Etymology

American French & French; American French, from French, from Middle French bignet, from buyne bump, bruise

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of beignet was in 1827

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“Beignet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beignet. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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