Low Fat Homemade Maize Puffs
Light, crispy, and irresistibly tasty, these Low Fat Homemade Maize Puffs are the perfect guilt-free snack for any occasion! Made with simple pantry staples like yellow cornmeal and just a touch of vegetable oil, these golden bites are baked to perfection, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks. A hint of paprika adds a subtle smoky flair, while the olive oil spray helps achieve a perfectly crisp exterior. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, these airy puffs are ideal for parties, movie nights, or a midday treat. Plus, they’re easy to store for on-the-go snacking! Whether you’re looking for a low-fat snack or a creative way to use cornmeal, this recipe is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Yellow cornmeal
- 250 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil.
Gradually add the cornmeal to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a smooth and thick porridge-like consistency, about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the baking soda, paprika, and vegetable oil until well combined.
Let the mixture cool slightly until it is safe to handle, but not completely cool.
Transfer the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a medium round nozzle.
Pipe small, bite-sized mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound as they will puff up during baking.
Lightly spray the piped mounds with olive oil spray to achieve a light crisp texture.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. The puffs will crisp up further as they cool.
Serve as a delightful snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.3 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3012 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.4 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 310 mg | 7% | |
*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.
