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Writer's pictureEthan Cisneros

7 things you never knew you wanted to know about beignets

  1. What is a beignet? A beignet is a type of melt-in-your-mouth sweet donut that is perfectly risen, fried to perfection, and covered in powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar

  2. Where did beignets originate? Originally from France, beignets became popular in Louisiana and throughout the south in the early 1900s.

  3. What is the nutritional value of beignets? A typical beignet contains 188 calories, 9 fat grams, 24 carbs, and even 2.5 grams of protein!

  4. Where in Utah can I get beignets? Thirst! Thirst stores sell beignets every day in bags of 3 or a box of a dozen. We also offer raspberry, honey, and chocolate drizzle cups. If you don’t live near a Thirst shop, beignets are worth the drive!

  5. Are the beignets at Thirst authentic? Thirst’s beignets are absolutely authentic, made from scratch with a traditional and original recipe, and featuring irresistible toppings such as chocolate, maple, sweet cream, and powdered sugar. Thirst is also known to come up with unique and tempting toppings and fillings for special events and occasions such as SWEET CREAM BEIGNETS!

  6. Does Thirst catering include a beignet option? Could I serve beignets at my Utah wedding or party or corporate event? Thirst offers amazing catering options that include the oh-so-popular beignet. They have a fryer that can come to your event. Your friends and loved ones and business associates will be so grateful and so dazzled. Learn more about beignet catering here

  7. What are some yummy toppings for beignets? The default topping for beignets at Thirst is powdered sugar. On Wednesdays every Thirst location has wildly popular maple, chocolate, or original glazed beignets. When ordering through the Thirst app or website, you can also get COCONUT CREAM filled beignets!







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