Puff Puff: Nigerian Puff puff (poff poff)
Nigerian Puff Puff is one Nigerian Snack that you eat and never forget.
It is fluffy, spongy, and simply delicious. A lot of folks say it tastes like the Β Donut, but not exactly like it.
The Nigerian puff puffΒ is also similar to the arabic Luqaimat and also known as Bofrot in Ghana.Well, why not give it a try and decide forΒ yourself.. Hereβs an easy recipe for you β¦Enjoy!
Nigerian Puff Puff IngredientsΒ Β
Makes about 40+ medium sized Puff Puff
β’ 500g of Plain Flour
β’ 100g- 120g Sugar (caster/castor sugar)
β’ 2 level teaspoons powdered/dry bakingΒ yeast OR 10g fresh yeast
β’ Half teaspoon of ground Nutmeg or cinnamon
β’ 1/4 teaspoon vanila flavour( optional)
β’ About 400ml of Lukewarm water (more or less, until you get the consistency as described in the video below )
β’Β Half teaspoon of Salt
β’ Vegetable Oil (for frying)
Tip: You can double or reduce the quantity of all the ingredients to suit your need
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Directions for making Nigerian Puff Puff
1. If youβre using fresh yeast, dissolve the yeast with a little warm water and set side.
2. Pour the flour into a big bowl, add the ground nutmeg, sugar, salt and the dry yeast(or fresh yeast mixture): and mix together.
3. Now add the water, bit by bit and mix thoroughly.Puff puff is usually mixed by hand, but you can also mix with a flat wooden spoonΒ
Mix for about 5 minutes or until there are no lumps in it, and the batter is smooth, but it should not be watery.
4. Cover the bowl (airtight) with a clean dry cloth or aluminum foil and leave the batter to rise for about 45 to 50 minutes.
To know if the batter is ready for frying, you will notice some air bubbles on it and also that the batter has doubled inΒ size andΒ isΒ thicker and stretchy.
5. Now, heat up some oil in a deep pot, the oil should be deep enough to cover an egg, so that when you drop the batter into the pot, you wonβt get a flat puff puff.
6. Now do an oil test. This is done by dropping a little of the batter into the oil.The oil is ready when the puff puff rises to the top.Β
7. Scoop the batter into your clean palm and drop into the oil by pressing the batter between your thumb and your fore finger(thatβs the finger closest to the thumb).
You can also make use ofΒ a spoon or an icecream scoop, if you donβt want to get your hands dirty.
Β To prevent spills, bring your hand closer to the pot.
8. Fry until brown.Then transfer onto a sieve lined with paper towels(serviettes).
And your Nigerian puff puff is ready ..Enjoy
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I want to know how to make middle size of cake the ingredients to use and to make it come out perfect. Thanks
Author
Hello Betty, I have some cake recipes here
https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/category/bread-cakes/
Thanks for this God bless you I really learn allot
Author
You are welcome Betty, thank you
How to make peanut
Can i add excess vanila to it for more taste
Author
why excess?
you can add just little more vanilla but
too much isnβt recommended
I made mine, but it came out hard or crunchy, why was that
Author
Hi Folasade, I guess the oil was too hot when
you dropped the batter in.
Please I want to know how to make chops
Author
Hereβs a list of small chops recipes
https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/nigerian-small-chops/
can I do it without nutmeg
Author
Yes Efua,
you can make puff puff without nutmeg.
Can i leave the mix flour over night to rise?
Author
Hi Blessing, yes you can, but only if you leave it in the fridge
as the cold temperature will make it rise slowly until itβs ready
for use the next day.
But make sure you let it return to room temperature before frying.
Can i add butter to puff puff
Author
Hi Philip, I donβt usually add butter to my puff puff
but it wonβt ruin it if you add a bit, So go ahead.
Hi, I would like to subscribe for this blog to obtain latest updates, thus where can i do it please assist.
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If you are using a laptop or tablet there is a subscription box at the right hand side of the page and if using a smartphone you can find it below the page.
Hello ma i really love all your receip have been following all your step in making pastries please i want to make 6kg of flour to make puff puff i need your help on measurement of the ingredients. Thanks in advance
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Hi Yhemmy, thanks for your ssweet feedback.
For 6 kilos of flour, multiply all the other ingredients by 12.
Tried it!! But it was more crunchy than soft. Why so?
Author
Too much heat I guess. Next time Zahzee, do a heat test or oil test. This is done by dropping a little of the puff puff batter into the oil.The oil is ready when the puff puff rises to the top.
Howdy! Would you mind if I share your blog with my zynga group?There's a lot of folks that I think would really enjoy your content.Please let me know. Thank you
Thank you for this recipe ?. I tried making mine but the batter was quite runny funny and my puff puff turned out quite crunchy. Please help?
Author
Hi Kevwe you probably used to much liquid. The feel of the batter before rising should not be runny and neither too thick.
Thank u..just made delicious puffpuff
Author
Youβre welcome
In a matter of days, I have made two different pastries thanks to you nigerianfoodtv. My puff-puff especially came out fantastic! I added in some fruits, nutmeg, milk and it was wow!
Author
Thanks for your sweet feedback Dee,sorry this is coming late. I am so glad you also made it yours by adding some fruits.
bellissimo post
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Grazie
how can i make the puff puff round?
Author
Hi Frank, you can watch the video above for how I made the puff puff round by passing it through my fist. But other options some are
1. filling the batter in a piping bag ot thick platig bag and dropping it gently into the hot oil
2. by using an iceceam scoop
how can I make the puff puff round
please can i add egg while making puff puff?
Author
Yes you can
please can i add egg while making puff puff?
Author
Yes you can add egg while making puff puff
Can I use eggs for the puff puff?
Author
Hi Canus, Yes you can use eggs for puff puff
Pls I do not ve an oven in my 1room apartment..pls whr can I store d mixture for d period of 45min
Author
Hi Amyzz, at room temperature will do. But If the weather is cold, it will only take longer to rise
hi mama house can I make puff puff it cannot draw
Author
Hi Sunday, how do you mean? please explain so that I can help you better.
Hi Nky, Whats the difference between plain flour and all purpose flour? Can the two be used inter changeably?
Author
Hi Leah, they are actually the same thing
Enter your commentβ¦Good morning.. Pls I want to do a practical now wich Will fetch me some token.. I want to make puff of jest 6cups.. Please Can you tell me the exact ingredients and the quantity I can use.. Though I won't be using nutmeg. Thanks I Wil b glad If I can get the response asap. Frm florence
Thanks so much, it came out so good dat I had to mix a second batter cos of d high demand from my family,God bless u real good
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Youβre blessed Mayowa,Sorry this is coming late but thanks for the feedback,Well appreciated.
Hi Nky Pls how long can puff puff stay in d fridge before getting inedible? I mean with constant light if I store my already fried puff in d fridge what's d duration it can stay before turning bad or changes taste?
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In that condition, with constant light, it can stay for as long as 5 days. But I always recommed 3 days,cos thatβs how long I keep mine when I make a large batch.
what causes it to becoming too strong and sucking oil.?is it in any way affected by sun.
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Hi Love,did you do the oil test in step 6 before frying? I guess you dropped it in when the oil was too hot(which caused the hard part) and after the puff puff had crowded the pan(thereby reducing the temperature of the oil), the puff puff then starts to absorb the oil.
hi dear. my batter came out wattery, I added flour and a little yeast and still covered it. hoping it comes out nice. what do u think?
hi Nky, i have learnt a lot from this site. i made puff puff,chin chin and doughnut today with your recipe and they came out nice.May God continue to enrich u.i"m so telling my friends about this website.
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Thanks for the feedback and tellingyour friends about us, It is well appreciated . Bless you too.
I need recipes for samosa
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here you have it https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/nigerian-samosa-how-to-make-nigerian/
The Snacks I made during my Parents' wedding anniversary was wow! & I got most of d recipes from you.. Great work here!
Hi Nky, as a regular viewer of most of your recipes. I just want to know if you are going to make puff-puff for lets say about 100 people. What quantity of flower, yeast and sugar am i required to use. Thanks
Came out so well.thank you so much
Thanks for the feedback Maribel π
Very good job dear. please, how can i download the video on my phone. thanks.
For d 500g of flour wat quantity of butter and milk
I've always loved puff puff but never has it crossed my mind to learn how to make it until I came across your website. I just did mine and it came out nicely. Thanks dear.
Thanks for your lovely feedback Saadatu π
Do I put puff puff in the fridge after I making it or I just leave it out?
NK, I used soda,eggs,and cream/milk to make my puff puff and my white roommate won't let it rest. Though I have never seen where Soda, eggs or milk/cream is being used but this my method is being appreciated here.I just want to ask if it's a good thing that I use these 3 listed items above for puff puff or am I making something else and thinking it's puff puff
Hi Obireh , you are surely making something else but something really delicious cos your roommates enjoyed it. I'll call it ''Obireh beauty puffs'' π
8 months preggers and wanting to try the recipe can i use biscuit dough?
No dear, batter has to be made from scratchTrust baby is doing great π
Hey!thanks a lot for this recipe⦠Just tried it and it came out great!!!
Thanks for the feedback hun π
Pls what's the difference between fresh and dried yeast and which one should be mixed with warm water?
Thanks for the receipe,it was very helpful,please when do I add the onion and pepper,before adding water or after adding water.thank u.bukky
Can I add Milk n mix-fruit to the batter?
Author
Yes you can
Can I add Milk to the batter?
Author
Yes you can
do i need to add yeast when using a self rising flour to make puff puff?
Author
I wouldnβt recommend adding yeast to self rising flour because that flour already has baking powder in it, but self rising flour is okay for Nigerian buns https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/nigerian-rock-buns-nigerian-buns/
There is also a recipe for puff puff with baking powder, which I will be posting soon.
Thanks so much for this well detailed receipt. Please how many grams is one cup of flour
About 125 grams
Tnx so much for this detailed receipt; can't wait to try it. Please Hw many grams is one cup of flour?
Author
About 125 grams or a little more
Tnx niky is so simple to make. I did it and is so nice and my kids loves it. God bless you
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Thanks for your feedback
My puff puff ALWAYS turns out hard. I prefer the fluffy ones. What am i doing wrong?
Hi Maureen, you can make the batter lighter. If the puff puff batter is too thick , the puff puf will turn out thick and hard.Let me know how it turns out, next time.
Thank you aunty Nky for da recipe. I tried d recipe, it came out fine but d body looks more like buns/akara. Where did I go wrong?
Ade dear, You have to perfect on scooping and droppin the puff puff so that youΒ‘ll get the smooth round shape or body :)It's well explained in the video too.
Hy dear tnx 4 da recipes pls can I add milk,egg,n banana?
It's your puff puff dearie, feel free to add them. I have a recipe for banana puff puff, you can check it out π
Nky can I make puff puff without nutmeg?
yes you can π
Hi Nky,can I make puff puff without nutmeg?
In your recipe above'you mentioned deep pot for the fryingβ¦can we also make use of deep fryer too or does it depend on d type of deep fryer you use
And can I also prepare it without nutmeg?
yes you can.
Good day ma, I tried making the puff puff, and mine didn't rise after 45minutes but in fried it like that. It rose after I fried it, but it burnt at the bottom and the back was a little crunchy and the inside was soft. Please what did I do wrong because I was so disappointed. Also what's the function of the nutmeg?
Thanks for sharing the recipe, it looks moist and delicious!
You're welcome hun π
Thank You So Much !!
π
Hi Nky, Thanks for all your recipes although i haven't tried any but am trying the puff puff now. This is the first time i am commenting. Am about to make the puff, i don't know what a castor sugar is. Can i use granulated sugar?
Hi dear I was d one who sent pix of potarita, puffpuff n cake made with home toaster! !Have made puffpuff tday again and hubby just said I should go n start supplying pry schl arndβ¦lol. Not sure if am up to d task yet. God bless u dear for d effort ure putting in here
saw them dearie, you did a grat job. I am so glad you are enjoying the recipes and beleive me you can do it jare. I can't count how many of my subbies that have started their own businesses with my recipes, and i'll be glad if you join the beautiful list.Keep me updated π
Puff Puff is the most popular snack in Nigeria.
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I love puff puff, interesting post. cool.
thanks π
U are doing a great job, God bless u.I did mine as u directed but it never rose but only had bubbles and it tastes funny.Where did I get it wrong?
U are doing a great job God bless u.I did mine exactly as u said but during the rising stage it never rose it only brought out bubble and it did not taste the way I expected.Where did I go wrong?
The yeast could be the problem, maybe it has gone bad.
what happens when the mixture runny? do I just leave it until it thickens or add more flour?
It's not supposed to be runny if you followed the recipe right.
If I don't add yeast will it come out well?
it would be flat.
hello Nky.. pls can i use granulated sugar for my puff puff?
yes dear, its the same thing as castor sugar but in granules.
Hi, pls my puff puff didn't rise after 1hr, is it d yeast that was not enough or did I did something wrong?
Hi dearie, It's either the yeast is dead(gone bad/not active) or you didnt use enough as written in the recipe.
Nky, I must say I love you plenty. Nothing impress me most than the way you teach. You make teaching as simple and easy that even a novice can understand immediately. May God keep you for this generation.
Aww dearie, thanks for your lovely comment and great to have you here, hope you try some of the recipes and send me your feedback and pics, God bless you too π
Hello thanks alot for the puff puff tips, I will try it as asap, God bless you always, you are a kind hearted woman.
you're welcome π
you're welcome π
Just finished making the puff- puff. They came out so good , my husband says I should start selling it at the bus stop!!! Begging my kids to go and sleep!!! Thanks for the recipe.
Lol.. your husband is very funnyβ¦ thanks for your lovely feedback dearie π
Hmmm thanks for this platform but I tried d recipe but my puff puff is hard outside pls what did I do wrong? Thanks
I guess you fried it in very hot oil, so the outside got scotched before the inside had time to cook.
Can I prepare it without nutmeg?
yes you can.
Can I prepare it without nutmeg?
Thanks for the contributions. My puffpuff always come out flat, what is causes it.
Try our recipe above and always make sure that you do an ''oil test'' before you start frying the batter.
Hello Nky,your tips are always on point. Thanks for being there. Meanwhile i tried this recipe about now but it came out very hard,what could have happened
Are you sure you followed it ''as it is'', 'cos you can't go wrong with this recipe. Maybe you added too much flour.
Just so u know I'm your latest #1 fan n woman crush #smiles# cooking is one of the things that gives me fulfilment so I'm a subscriber to so many cooking blogs in between you're the best!! !The very bestest.lol. I wish you lots of happiness my dearest nky.
Thank you so much sweetie, good to have you here π
thank u so much for the recipe.pls does it mean that u do not use egg for puff puff.
No eggs dearie π
Can you leave the batter in the fridge for a later time or will this effect the puff puff.
You can leave it overnight in the fridge, but let it sit at room temperature before frying.
thank you very much. I have enjoyed ur receipe and it is precise and accurate. I have made doughnuts, spring roll wrapper, puff puff and it was just perfect. The spring roll wrapper I could not do it the way u did it I used spoon instead to spread it on the frying pan, and it came out good. God bless you
I'm so glad you found all the recipes useful. Thanks for your lovely comment sweetie, God bless you too π
What's the recipe for the crunchy outside but fluffy inside puff puff?Thank you.
Hi dear, that is buns and here is the recipe https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/2012/10/nigerian-rock-buns-nigerian-buns.htmlΒ
Can you tell me what will happen if I mix puff puff overnight without taking it in d refrigerator?
I haven't tried it before, but if it stays too long outside, the batter might be ruined and have a bad odor.
How do u preserve your yeast well? By putting it air tight in the fridge or pantry?
Air tight in the pantry.
I forgot to add, If you're using fresh yeast, you have to store in the fridge.
Thanks so much dear sister for this recipe. ⦠please is it a must to use nut meg for puff puff? Cox i don't really like nut, it's gives me pimples⦠Thanks
You're welcome dear and the Nutmeg is not compulsory, so feel free to leave it out.
Why is my puff puff refuse to rise as expected in 50 minutes? Some times it happens while some times it is perfect.
Hi Ginika, it is usually due to the potency of the yeast. If the yeast is weak, then it will take longer to rise and if is expired it won't rise at all. So make sure you preserve your yeast well and always check the expiring date before use.
Why is my puff puff refuse to rise as expected in 50 minutes? Some times it happens while some times it is perfect.
Pls can l use milk instead of water.
Yes you can, but if using evaporated milk , pls dilute with water.
Pls can I use self rising flour?
Self rising flour has baking powder and salt added to it. I haven't tried making puff puff with it, but a few people swear that it comes out fine too.
weldone my sis for these educational tips
Thanks dearie π
You rock sis.So so self explanatory. God bless you real good.
thanks hun π
Thank u very much Aunty, please can i use flour that is already mix with the same ingredient except nutmeg over two days and kept in the fridge for it. Just want to add nutmeg and little sugar
Hi dear, if it is just the dry flour that is in the fridge, simply take it out of the fridge and let it return to room temperature, then add the warm water and the remaining ingredients.But if, you have already mixed the batter(that is, added water to the flour mixture before storing in the fridge), I really can't judge if the yeast will still be active, but let it sit in room temperature for about an hour, then drop a little into hot oil,if it doesn't form a round puff puff, then the yeast is dead and you'll end up with flat puff puff.
Can we add fresh pepper and onions
Yes you can, I have seen a lot of people doing it and swears that it taste great π
Thank you for this recipe. Really helpful n an economical yet presentable way to entertain my guests. I just want to know if I can add eggs to it n what quantity to ur measurement pls. Thank u.
I've never added eggs but if you want to, you can add 3 eggs to this measurement, but reduce the amount of water you'll be using.
THANK FOR UR TEACHING GOD BLESS U. HOW CAN I DOWNLOAD D VIDEO WIT OUT GOING THOUGH YTUBE
I don't know how to do that dearie.
hi.. please can i get a recipe for springroll
here it is dearie https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/2012/12/nigerian-spring-rolls-chicken.html
tnkz nky. i was wondering if one can add pepper and onions to it cos d ones i eat in d eastern part of 9ja pepper n onions are inclusive. what say u? is it still puff puff?
That sounds more like akara, I have never added pepper n onions to my puff puf, but these days people add a lot of stuff, you can try with a little and see how it turns out.
Tnks aunty Nky for what u r doin for our ladies, jst wanted to ask u if u can pls help with a recipe for homemade sandwich, burger and pizza.
Hi dearie, here's my burger recipewww.nigerianfoodtv.com/2013/05/homemade-burger-in-pan-patties-made.html .Pizza and sandwich recipe coming soon :
Wat if I forget to put salt, will it still taste nice?
Yes it will still taste nice π
U re a blessing n God sent 2many of us..Godbless u 4 teaching me,wil try 2nite..buh can i add milk 2 it?***runs off 2 get ma ingredients..xtee
Thanks for you lovely words and yes dear,You can add milk if you like.
Nice recipeβ¦it's easy and better
Thanks dear π
Plz I'd like to noe, if one is making use of the grounded yeast, do one still need to dissolve in water?
No dear, with the powder yeast, you don't need to dissolve in water π
Nice recipe. Trying it asap.
Okay Cheliz, let me know how it turns out π
Omg dis is amazing, thank u for d recipe
You're welcome dearie π
can I blend the mixture in a blender or do I have to mix it manually?
I have not tried with a blender.I always do mine manually.
Without fresh yeast can't I use beaking powder.joy
No dear, you can't use baking powder, you either use fresh baking yeast or dry baking yeast.
Tnx 4 d teaching.
You're welcome π
Without yeast, will the puff puff still come out good?
No dear, without yeast, it is no longer puff puff.
AWESOME
thanks dear π
Thanks for d receipt. Please can u mix it overnight
Yes you can, but store it in the refrigerator before it starts to rise. The low temperature of the fridge will slow down the yeast and make it rise slowly.
Thanx for teaching αΉΜΜΜ Μ₯ΜΞ΅Μ²Μ£Μ£Μ£Μ₯ dis .God bless you.carol
You're welcome Carol π
thanks for these recipies,they were helpful.
You're welcome dear π
Tnx for d recipes,they re easy to practice n helpful.God bless u
You're welcome dear. God bless you too π
Tnx for d recipes,they re helpful n easy to practice.God bless u
Fankscxz spoof berry much. It's excitingly helpful. GOD bless u. Tinutoks.
You're welcome π
Hi Nky, I tried making puff puff for the first time. I added pepper to the flour and yeast. It got burnt before I could turn it. Pls how do I make it come out well. Many thanks
Maybe the oil was too hot. Always do a heat test, by dropping a little of the puff puff batter into the oil. If it comes out burnt, then let the oil cool down a bit before you continue.
I just did mine.nice
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Can one add butter to puff puff
Can one add butter to puff tm
Yes you can.
This is fantastic recipes, love and very helpful.Thank you to the author.
Thanks Joselyn π
thank you making it right now for fathers day
Pls why was the body of those ones I made thick