Forget Puff Puff or Buns. If you have Overripe Plantains, make this easy snack.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Almond flour is gluten-free and lower in carbs.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness without refined sugar.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal serves as a binding agent for vegans.

Peel the overripe plantains and slice them into a blender.

Add milk and vanilla extract to the blender.

Add 3 large eggs and melted butter into the blender.

Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the mixture.

Transfer the blended mixture into a bowl.

Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the bowl.

Incorporate 2 tablespoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt into the mixture.

Mix until everything is well combined and has a beautiful consistency.

Heat oil in a pot for deep frying.

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry right away without rising.

Stir occasionally to ensure uniform golden color.

Once golden brown, remove from oil and place on absorbent paper to drain excess oil.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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