Sweet Kenyan Mahamri Fried Coconut Buns

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Fluffy fried buns infused with coconut milk and cardamom, a beloved sweet treat from Kenyan street food. This African-inspired recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, warm water 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 12, 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 12 African cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (110°F), 2 1/4 tsp instant dry yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar. Stir and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy and activated.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, sift 3 cups all-purpose flour with 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp cardamom powder. Add 1/4 cup sugar and mix.
  3. Step 3: Make a well in the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture and 1 cup coconut milk. Stir with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
  4. Step 4: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape each into a round bun about 3 inches in diameter.
  6. Step 6: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat to 350°F. Fry the buns in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  7. Step 7: Drain on paper towels and serve warm as a sweet snack or breakfast.

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