Bring a little spooky Disney magic into your kitchen with this Beignets from Beyond recipe, inspired by the Halloween treat served at Golden Oak Outpost in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. These light, fluffy beignets are dusted with powdered sugar and chocolate cookie pieces, then served over a rich cookies-and-cream cheese icing for an indulgent twist on a classic Disney favorite. Disney serves Beignets from Beyond exclusively during the Halloween party, making them the perfect treat to recreate at home when you’re craving a little extra Disney Halloween magic.
For the best results, keep your frying oil as close to 350°F as possible so the beignets cook evenly and stay light instead of greasy. I like to use a Candy Thermometer to ensure an even temperature. Give the cut dough plenty of time to rise before frying, since that final proof helps create the soft, fluffy texture inside. Fry only a few beignets at a time to avoid dropping the oil temperature, and let them drain briefly before adding the toppings. For the cookies-and-cream finish, spread the icing on the plate first, then place the warm beignets on top and add the powdered sugar and crushed cookies just before serving so everything stays fresh and crisp.
This Beignets From Beyond recipe is one of my favorite Disney Parks recipes. It is perfect for a family brunch or party. If you want to make another Disney Parks recipe at home, try my Caramel Apple Beignets recipe. I hope you enjoy my favorite Disney Parks recipes!
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Inspired by Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, these fluffy beignets are served over rich cookies-and-cream cheese icing and finished with powdered sugar and crushed chocolate cookies.
Add the warm water to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let the mixture sit for about 5–10 minutes, until it becomes foamy.
Add the remaining sugar, egg, evaporated milk, vanilla, melted butter, and salt. Whisk until combined.
Add 3 cups of flour and mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough is extremely sticky, gradually add additional flour, a tablespoon or two at a time. The finished dough should be soft and slightly tacky rather than dry.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic. You can also knead the dough with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 60–90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Gently punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a lightly floured work surface.
Roll the dough to approximately ¼-inch thickness.
Cut the dough into roughly 3-inch squares. For a more Disney-inspired presentation, you can also use a large Mickey-shaped cookie cutter, although the more intricate shapes may puff less evenly while frying.
Place the cut dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet and loosely cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow the beignets to rest for about 15–20 minutes while the oil heats.
Add about 2 inches of vegetable oil to a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 350°F.
Carefully add 2–3 pieces of dough at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pot.
Fry for approximately 1–2 minutes per side, or until puffed and golden brown.
Remove the beignets with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet or on paper towels to drain.
Allow the freshly fried beignets to cool for about 5 minutes. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat in enough milk to create a thick but spreadable icing. Fold in the finely crushed chocolate cookies. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
While the beignets are still warm, generously dust them with powdered sugar.
Spread a generous layer of cookies and cream cheese icing across the serving plate. Arrange the warm beignets over the icing, then finish with additional powdered sugar and roughly crushed chocolate cookie pieces. Serve while the beignets are still slightly warm ♨ and enjoy!
Servings 12
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
