Coconut Milk Puff Puff

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups Full-fat coconut milk
• 0.5 cup Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Desiccated coconut(optional)
• 3 cups Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar in warm water; let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, salt, nutmeg, and desiccated coconut if using.

3. 3

   Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the yeast mixture, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Mix thoroughly by hand or with a wooden spoon for about 5 minutes until the batter is smooth and elastic; it should be thick but pourable.

5. 5

   Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and leave it in a warm, draft-free place to rise for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).

7. 7

   Deflate the batter slightly, then use your hand or a spoon to scoop small portions and drop them into the hot oil, forming round balls.

8. 8

   Fry the puffs in batches, turning frequently until they are golden brown on all sides, then drain on paper towels.