Low Fat Puff Puff
Delight in the lighter take on a classic West African treat with this Low Fat Puff Puff recipe! Perfectly golden and puffed, these airy, slightly sweet fritters are made without deep-frying, thanks to the use of an air fryer or oven. Infused with warm notes of nutmeg and vanilla, this recipe delivers all the flavor you love while keeping it low fat by swapping traditional frying oil for a light spray of cooking oil. With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and yeast, and a quick preparation, this healthier puff puff is ideal for guilt-free snacking, desserts, or even a party treat. Serve warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly satisfying bite that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 milliliters warm water
- 50 grams sugar
- 7 grams active dry yeast
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 as needed spray cooking oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and the active dry yeast. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
Add the flour, salt, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg to the yeast mixture. Mix everything together with a wooden spoon or spatula until you get a smooth, thick batter. The batter should be slightly sticky.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm, draft-free area. Allow the batter to rise for 45 to 60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat an air fryer or convection oven to 180°C (350°F). If using an oven, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the batter has risen, stir it gently to remove excess air. Lightly coat a tablespoon with water or oil to avoid sticking and scoop out a tablespoonful of batter.
Spray the inside of the air fryer basket or the parchment-lined baking sheet with cooking oil as needed.
Place the batter scoops into the prepared air fryer basket or on the baking sheet, leaving some space between each. Work in batches if necessary.
Lightly spray the top of each batter scoop with cooking oil for a golden finish. Cook in the air fryer for 10 to 12 minutes or in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Once done, remove the puff puff from the air fryer or oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve warm as a snack or dessert. Enjoy your Low Fat Puff Puff with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dip of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.1 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*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.
