Low Fat Mandazi
Transform your snack game with this irresistible Low Fat Mandazi recipe, a healthier twist on the traditional East African favorite. Baked instead of deep-fried, these golden, fluffy treats are light on oil but packed with flavor, thanks to a fragrant hint of cardamom and the creamy richness of coconut milk. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven, this guilt-free recipe is perfect for brunch, tea time, or an anytime snack. Served warm and optionally dusted with powdered sugar, these low-fat mandazi are a soft, aromatic, and utterly satisfying indulgence that your whole family will love. Perfect for those looking to enjoy the authentic taste of mandazi with a balanced, low-fat approach!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the coconut milk, egg, vanilla extract, and olive oil. Whisk the mixture until the egg is fully incorporated.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, and pour the wet mixture into it. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until a dough begins to form.
Add the warm water little by little, mixing the dough until it becomes soft and slightly sticky but manageable. You might not need all the water.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thick and cut it into squares or triangles using a sharp knife or a pastry cutter.
Place the cut dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the mandazi are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Enjoy your low-fat mandazi warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2663 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.6 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 351 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.
