Beignets de la Saint-Jean
Beignets de la Saint-Jean are a traditional French-Canadian pastry, typically enjoyed during the summer solstice celebrations of Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day. These light, airy fritters are made from a simple dough of flour, milk, eggs, and baking powder, then deep-fried until golden and dusted generously with powdered sugar.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a deep-fried, sugar-dusted pastry, they are high in carbohydrates and fat, providing quick energy but minimal protein or fiber. A single serving of two to three beignets can range from 300 to 500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
Per 3 beignets (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, they are a festive staple of Quebec's national holiday, symbolizing community and celebration. Nutritionally, their preparation method—deep-frying—creates a distinctive crispy exterior and soft interior, making them a beloved, indulgent treat rather than a daily food.
