Honey-Sweetened Bofrot Fritters
Crisp, golden fritters made with honey and simple batter, a beloved Ghanaian dessert. This Ghanaian-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder 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 180 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup, warm milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup, for frying vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until combined.
- Step 2: Make a well in the center, add 1/2 cup warm milk and 2 tablespoons honey, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3: Knead dough on a floured surface for 2 minutes until smooth, then cover and rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Step 5: Shape dough into 1-inch balls, gently placing them in hot oil, and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Step 6: Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and serve warm.
