Fried Puff-Puff Doughnuts with Spiced Sugar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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Light and fluffy West African-inspired fried dough balls coated in a warm cinnamon sugar blend, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert. This African-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers All-purpose flour, Granulated sugar, Active dry yeast into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 African cuisine 300 cal/serving

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Ingredients

300 g All-purpose flour
50 g Granulated sugar
2 tsp Active dry yeast
250 ml Warm water (110°F/43°C)
1/2 tsp Salt
1 liter Vegetable oil for frying
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
3 tbsp Powdered sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 2 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp granulated sugar into 250 ml warm water (110°F/43°C). Let stand for 10 minutes until foamy.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine 300 g all-purpose flour, 50 g granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
Step 3: Stir the ingredients together to form a smooth batter, cover with a clean cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Step 4: Heat 1 liter vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).
Step 5: Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil, frying 5-6 pieces at a time for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, turning occasionally.
Step 6: Remove puff-puffs with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 7: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp powdered sugar with 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Toss the warm puff-puffs in the spiced sugar to coat evenly before serving.