Low Carb Puff Puff
Indulge in the delightful taste of traditional puff puff with this healthy twist—Low Carb Puff Puff! This guilt-free recipe swaps out all-purpose flour for nutrient-rich almond flour and whey protein isolate, creating a light yet satisfying alternative that’s perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Enhanced with xanthan gum for a chewy texture, this batter is sweetened naturally with stevia or erythritol, and flavored with a touch of vanilla for irresistible aroma. Deep-fried to golden perfection in coconut or avocado oil, these bite-sized treats are perfect as a snack, dessert, or even a party appetizer. Ready in just 30 minutes, Low Carb Puff Puff is easy to prepare and ideal for those looking to enjoy a classic African favorite without compromising on their health goals. Serve them warm, plain, or with a sprinkle of sweetener for a deliciously wholesome treat that will wow family and friends!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Whey protein isolate
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Stevia or erythritol sweetener
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Oil for frying (such as coconut oil or avocado oil)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, whey protein isolate, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure that all the dry ingredients are thoroughly combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and frothy. Add the stevia or erythritol sweetener, warm water, and vanilla extract to the eggs and whisk until completely combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until you form a smooth and slightly thick batter.
Heat the oil in a deep pan or frying pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough by sprinkling a small bit of the batter into the oil. It should sizzle and rise to the surface quickly.
Using a small scoop or tablespoon, carefully drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the puff puffs in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan, allowing them to cook evenly.
Fry each puff puff for about 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown on all sides.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the puff puffs from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm, either plain or dusted lightly with additional sweetener if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5067 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 536.7 g | 688% | |
| Saturated Fat | 414.5 g | 2072% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 1972 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
