Heart-Healthy Nigerian Puff-Puff

Discover a wholesome twist on a beloved West African classic with our Heart-Healthy Nigerian Puff-Puff! This guilt-free take on the traditional puff-puff swaps refined flour for nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and sugar for natural honey, making it a perfect snack for health-conscious eaters. Enhanced with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla for optional warm, aromatic notes, these golden, bite-sized treats are fried in heart-healthy oils like canola or olive oil for an indulgence you can feel good about. Perfectly crispy on the outside and delightfully soft on the inside, this healthier puff-puff recipe maintains the comforting flavors of the original while offering a nourishing upgrade. Serve them warm as a satisfying snack or pair with your favorite dip for a shareable treat that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams Whole wheat flour
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 300 milliliters Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional)
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying, heart-healthy such as canola or olive)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Stir to mix well.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix the warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast is activated and frothy.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture. Using a spatula or your hand, mix until you achieve a smooth and slightly sticky dough. If using, add the vanilla extract during this step.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and leave the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or deep fryer to approximately 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Use well-oiled hands or an ice cream scoop to take small portions of the dough and gently drop them into the hot oil. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot.

Step 7

Fry the puff-puff in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown all over, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the puff-puff from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve warm as a delightful snack, plain or with your favorite dip or sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1112 grams (1112.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5299

Total Fat 505.20g	648%
Saturated Fat 36.60g	183%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1200mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 220.10g	80%
Dietary Fiber 32.50g	116%
Total Sugars 36.20g
Protein 36.30g	73%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103mg	8%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1187mg	25%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.6%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 15.8%