Puff Puff
These light fluffy West African fried dough balls are sweet simple and absolutely irresistible making them one of the most popular kid friendly African snacks of all time. Kids love rolling them in sugar and eating them warm straight from the fryer making this a perfect after-school treat or party snack.
Sweet fluffy Nigerian fried dough balls that kids love rolling in sugar and snacking on.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
main
sweetener
leavening
seasoning
liquid
frying
topping
Instructions
Make the Dough
Mix flour sugar instant yeast and salt in a bowl. Add warm water gradually and stir until a smooth thick batter forms. Cover with a cloth and let rise for 30 minutes.
Heat the Oil
Pour vegetable oil into a deep pot and heat over medium heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. The oil should be deep enough for the dough balls to float freely while cooking.
Fry the Puff Puff
Using a spoon or your hand scoop small balls of batter and drop carefully into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 4 to 5 minutes turning occasionally until golden brown all over.
Sugar and Serve
Drain puff puff on paper towels then roll in powdered sugar while still warm. Serve immediately for the best kid friendly West African snack experience possible.
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