Drop Donuts - West African Style - A Taste of Africa 04

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a distinct flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is a healthier fat.

Mix all purpose flour, yeast, cayenne pepper, salt, and granulated sugar in a bowl.

Grind fresh nutmeg and add it to the mixture.

Pour in 1 cup of warm water and mix with a dough hook until a thick batter forms.

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise for about an hour.

Heat cooking oil to 150°C (300°F).

Wet your hands and grab a piece of batter, squeezing it into the hot oil.

Fry the donuts for about 5 to 10 minutes, turning them gently until golden brown.

Remove the donuts and drain on paper towels.

Serve with raspberry jam.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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