Easy Puff Puff Recipes

Golden, airy West African puff puff made with a simple yeast batter and fried until irresistibly light and fluffy.

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Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 45

Servings: 12

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 3 cups all-purpose flour
▢ 0.5 cup granulated sugar
▢ 2 tsp instant yeast or active dry yeast
▢ 1.75 cups warm water about 105–110°F
▢ 0.75 tsp fine salt
▢ 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg optional but classic
▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
▢ 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Stir warm water and sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle in yeast and let foam 5–8 minutes.
Whisk flour, salt, and nutmeg in a separate bowl to combine evenly.
Pour the foamy yeast mixture over the dry ingredients. Add vanilla, if using.
Mix into a thick, sticky batter. Beat 2–3 minutes to build structure.
Cover the bowl and let the batter rise until doubled, about 30–40 minutes.
Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Keep a wire rack or paper towels ready.
Scoop small portions with oiled hands or a spoon. Fry in batches until golden, 3–4 minutes.
Turn often for even color. Drain on the rack. Serve warm, dusted with sugar if desired.

Notes

Try a cinnamon-sugar dusting or a drizzle of honey. For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne to the batter. Leftovers reheat well in an air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes or in a 300°F oven until warm.

This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Puff Puff Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.