Michelin-Star Nigerian Chocolate-Infused Puff Puff Balls in Orange Caramel Sauce
Discover a gourmet Nigerian dessert with our Michelin-star caliber recipe for Chocolate-Infused Puff Puff Balls in Orange Caramel Sauce. Perfect for date night or special occasions, this exquisite dish features an irresistible combination of flavors and textures that will have you craving more!
Allergens
Gluten (Wheat)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all
- purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the deep fryer with oil at 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness, and cut into small rounds using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Fry the puff puff balls until golden brown, approximately 2 3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, orange zest, and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add butter to the saucepan, stirring until completely melted and incorporated.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the fried puff puff balls, serving immediately.
Chef’s Insight
Experiment with different fruits to create unique caramel sauces for various flavor combinations.
Notes
Use a deep fryer with temperature control for even cooking.