Gluten-Free Nigerian Puff-Puff (Fried Sweet Dough Balls)

Ingredients:

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional, for flavor)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Mix until you have a smooth, thick batter. The batter should be slightly sticky.

Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour. During this time, the batter will rise and become airy.

In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). You should have enough oil to submerge the puff-puff.

Using a spoon or your hand, scoop up some of the batter and gently drop it into the hot oil. You can use two spoons to shape the batter into rounds or simply scoop and drop for a rustic look.

Fry the puff-puff until they are golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. This should take about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Remove the fried puff-puff with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

If desired, dust the warm puff-puff with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.

Serve your gluten-free Nigerian Puff-Puff as a delightful snack or dessert. Enjoy the crispy exterior and fluffy interior of these delicious fried dough balls!

These gluten-free puff-puff are perfect for sharing with family and friends on special occasions or as a sweet treat any time you crave something indulgent.