African Donuts

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 4

Authentic African Donuts - A Sweet and Fluffy Indulgence

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

248

Sugar

20g

Fat

African Donuts, commonly known as Mandazi, is a popular snack food in East Africa. These donuts have a slightly sweet taste with a subtle nutmeg flavor and are often enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. The dough is made by mixing flour, sugar, yeast, and water, and then deep-frying the mixture until it puffs up and becomes golden brown. Served hot or cold, African Donuts are a quick and delicious snack that can be enjoyed at any time of day. They are traditionally served during festivals, weddings, and other special occasions as a symbol of celebration and unity. These donuts are very easy to make, and you can have them ready in minutes to satisfy your cravings or share with your loved ones.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix self-rising flour, sugar, active dry yeast, and salt to combine well.
2.	Gradually pour in water while stirring continuously until you have a sticky and stretchy dough.
3.	Cover the dough and let it sit in a warm place for about 20-30 minutes or until doubled in size.
4.	Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat.
5.	Scoop batter with a small spoon and gently drop into the hot oil.
6.	Fry in batches until golden brown and puffy.
7.	Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain on a paper towel.
8.	Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

PROS

African Donuts are a delicious treat that is easy to make and perfect for any time of day.

They are soft, sweet, and fluffy with a crispy exterior that adds a nice crunch.

They are easy to customize, and you can use different flours, spices, and extracts to create unique flavors.

They are also inexpensive, and the ingredients are readily available in most stores.

CONS

African Donuts are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, they are not suitable for people who are gluten intolerant since they contain wheat flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

African Donuts are not the healthiest food, but they do have some nutritional value.
The self-rising flour provides some vitamins and minerals such as iron, thiamine, and niacin.
The active dry yeast contains probiotics that can improve gut health and boost immunity.

	2 cups self-rising flour
	1 cup sugar
	1 1/4 ounces active dry yeast
	1 pinch salt
	2 cups water
	vegetable oil