Sugar-Free Puff Puff
Indulge sweetly without the sugar with this irresistible Sugar-Free Puff Puff recipe—a guilt-free twist on a beloved African treat! Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside with a soft, fluffy center, this healthier version swaps traditional sugar for natural alternatives like stevia or monk fruit sweetener, making it ideal for anyone on a sugar-free diet. Crafted from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and instant dry yeast, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for snacking or dessert. With minimal prep time and a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as you fry, these puff puffs are sure to delight the whole family. Whether enjoyed fresh and warm or paired with your favorite dipping sauce, they’re a delicious way to stay on track without sacrificing flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 300 milliliters Lukewarm water
- 500 milliliters Sunflower or other neutral oil, for frying
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, salt, and stevia or monk fruit sweetener. Mix well to ensure all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Gradually add lukewarm water to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula until you form a smooth, thick, and sticky batter. The batter should not be runny.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the batter rest in a warm place for about 45 to 60 minutes, until it doubles in size.
Once the batter has risen, use your hands or a spoon to deflate it slightly and mix it gently.
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small piece of batter into it; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
Using a tablespoon or your hand, scoop small portions of the batter and gently drop them into the hot oil. Take care not to overcrowd the pan to avoid lowering the oil temperature.
Fry the puff puff for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the puff puff from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
Serve warm as a snack or dessert. Enjoy your sugar-free puff puff!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 503.0 g | 645% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2368 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.9 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 346 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.
