Puff Puff

Indulge in the warm, fluffy delight of Puff Puff, a beloved West African treat. Perfect for snack time or dessert, these sweet, spiced dough balls are irresistibly light and perfect for sharing with friends and family.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg

Method

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg.

3. 3

   Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a smooth batter forms. The consistency should be thick yet pourable.

4. 4

   Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. 5

   In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of batter into it; it should sizzle.

6. 6

   Using a spoon or your hands, drop small balls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry them in batches, turning occasionally until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove the Puff Puff from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

8. 8

   Serve warm as a snack or dessert, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.