1-First, gather all your ingredients and set up your workspace start by mixing the flour, salt, ground cinnamon, and grated nutmeg in a bowl and set it aside. In another bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, yeast, and sugar; let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it gets foamy, which means your yeast is active and ready to go.

2-Next, add the egg and vegetable shortening to the foamy mixture and stir it well. Now, mix in the flour mixture you set aside earlier, then knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it’s less sticky if it’s too gooey, add a bit more flour as needed. Once done, place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and pop it in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight to let it rise properly. That’s the prep part done, setting the stage for those tasty apple banana beignets!

3-After the dough has rested, prepare the filling by combining the chopped apple, banana slices, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a bowl it’s that simple! Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick, then cut it into 4-inch circles. Place a small amount of filling on each circle, fold them into half-circles, and seal the edges carefully to avoid any leaks during frying. For more tips on frying, check our guide to foolproof frying techniques on the blog.

4-Heat your oil to 350°F and fry the beignets for about 1 minute per side until they’re golden brown and crispy. Drain them on paper towels, coat them in that cinnamon sugar mixture while they’re still hot for the best stick, and finish with a drizzle of dulce de leche. This method yields around 30 to 40 beignets, making it perfect for sharing remember to use a thermometer to keep the oil at the right temperature for even cooking. Once ready, serve them warm and watch them disappear!