1 serving (57 grams) contains 200 calories, 3.0 grams of protein, 10.0 grams of fat, and 22.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
833.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41.7 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 625 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 91.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41.7 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 166.7 mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About New orleans benignet
The New Orleans beignet is a warm, deep-fried pastry rooted in French and Creole cuisine, traditionally served as a breakfast or dessert item. Made from a simple dough of flour, yeast, sugar, eggs, and milk, the squares of dough are fried to golden perfection and generously dusted with powdered sugar. A staple in Louisiana and famously associated with the city's French Quarter, this treat is airy and slightly sweet. While beignets are undeniably indulgent, their high fat and sugar content, as well as their deep-fried preparation, make them more of an occasional treat than a health-conscious choice. They are, however, free from artificial additives when made fresh and can be enjoyed in smaller portions as part of a balanced diet. The beignet embodies the spirit of New Orleans' culinary tradition, perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth in moderation.
