Puff Puff

Puff Puff (puhf puhf)

Fried Dough Balls

⏱ Prep Time 1 hour (including rising)

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 260 kcal

Golden, pillowy spheres of fried yeast dough with a crispy exterior and an airy, slightly sweet interior, Cameroon's most beloved street snack.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 4.0g

Carbs 34.0g

Fat 12.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian vegan dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl deep frying pan slotted spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: paper bag or basket

Garnishes: powdered sugar

Accompaniments: tea, hot chocolate, pepper sauce

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp instant yeast
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1.5 cups warm water
Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

1
Mix flour, sugar, yeast, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
2
Add warm water gradually and mix until you have a smooth, thick batter.
3
Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled.
4
Heat oil to 170C (340F) in a deep pan.
5
Scoop spoonfuls of batter and drop into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown all over, about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally.
6
Drain on paper towels. Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.

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Did You Know?

The trick to perfectly round puff puff is scooping the batter with wet hands so it slides off cleanly into the oil.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

mixing bowl
deep frying pan
slotted spoon

Garnishing

powdered sugar

Accompaniments

tea, hot chocolate, pepper sauce

The Story Behind Puff Puff

Puff puff is shared across West and Central Africa under various names. In Cameroon, it is an essential element of every street corner, school gate, and party table. The recipe has been passed down through generations with each family adding their own touch.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed breakfast, snack, party food 📜 Origins: West African tradition, colonial-era spread

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