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Easy Nigerian Puff-Puff Recipe: Delicious African Doughnuts
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Easy Nigerian Puff-Puff Recipe: Delicious African Doughnuts
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Easy Nigerian Puff-Puff Recipe: Delicious African Doughnuts

Discover how to make mouth-watering Nigerian Puff-Puff, a popular African fried dough snack. This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through creating light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet doughnuts, perfect for any occasion. Try this authentic Nigerian dish and impress your family and friends!
#African cuisine
#Doughnuts
#Snack
#Dessert
#Fried
#Easy recipe
Freshly fried Nigerian Puff-Puff on a platter
Freshly fried Nigerian Puff-Puff on a platter

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
1h 50m
Total Time
6
Servings
Easy
Nigerian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
280
Calories
5g
Protein
35g
Carbs
14g
Fat
Golden brown Puff-Puff, perfectly crispy
Golden brown Puff-Puff, perfectly crispy

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour
    (Sifted)

    2 cups

  • Granulated sugar

    1 cup
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  • Active dry yeast

    2 teaspoons

  • Warm water
    (Around 105-115°F (40-46°C))

    1 cups

  • Salt

    1 teaspoon

  • Vegetable oil
    (For deep frying)

    4 cups
Servings: 6
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Puff-Puff piled high, ready to serve
Puff-Puff piled high, ready to serve

Instructions

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  • 1

    In a large bowl, combine the sifted all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, active dry yeast, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
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    In a large bowl, combine the sifted all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, active dry yeast, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
    2m

    Sifting flour prevents lumps and aerates it for a lighter puff-puff.
  • 2

    Gradually add the warm water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until a smooth, thick batter is formed. Ensure there are no lumps.
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    Gradually add the warm water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until a smooth, thick batter is formed. Ensure there are no lumps.
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    The batter should be thick but pourable. Adjust water if necessary.
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  • 3

    Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
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    Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
    1h 15m

    A warm oven (turned off) or a sunny spot works well for rising.
  • 4

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium heat to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
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    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium heat to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
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    Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure the oil temperature is correct for even cooking.
  • 5

    Using your hand or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
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    Using your hand or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
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    Wet your hand or scoop slightly with water to prevent the batter from sticking.
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  • 6

    Fry the puff-puff for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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    Fry the puff-puff for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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    Serve warm as a snack or dessert. You can dust them with powdered sugar if desired.
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