Beignet (Noun)
Meaning
A deep-fried, yeast-raised doughnut dusted with confectioners' sugar.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The café in the French Quarter was famous for its beignets, which were always served with a side of strong coffee.
- She ordered a plate of beignets and sat down at a table to enjoy the sweet treats.
- The beignets were so popular that the bakery had to make multiple batches throughout the day.
- He took a bite of the beignet and was immediately transported back to his childhood vacations in New Orleans.
- The chef carefully dusted the freshly fried beignets with confectioners' sugar before serving them to the waiting customers.