Whole Wheat Healthy Puff Puff

Ingredients

• 3 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2 cups Warm water (approx 110°F)
• 2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup Coconut sugar or Honey
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Nutmeg
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract(optional)
• 3 cups Vegetable oil for deep frying
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 teaspoon of the sugar in 1/2 cup of the warm water; let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, remaining sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

3. 3

   Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the yeast mixture, the remaining warm water, 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 clean damp cloth or plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free area to rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Heat the oil in a deep pot over medium heat to approximately 350°F (175°C).

7. 7

   Deflate the batter slightly, then use your hand or a small scoop to drop small spheres of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.

8. 8

   Fry for 3-5 minutes, turning frequently with a slotted spoon until the balls are golden brown and cooked through, then drain on paper towels.