Step 1

Fill a large, deep pot with oil until it’s between 3-5” deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat while you prepare the Puff Puff batter; you want it to get to around 300F.

Step 2

In the meantime, add the Flour to a large bowl and sift in the Cacao Powder (to eliminate any clumps). Add the Coconut Sugar, Baking Powder, Nutmeg, and Salt to the bowl and whisk well.

Step 3

Form a well in the center of the bowl and pour in the remaining wet ingredients. Mix the batter together until everything is evenly combined and uniform.

Step 4

Once the oil is heated, use a small cookie or ice cream scooper to drop 3 tbsp balls of dough into the hot oil. Depending on the size of your pot, you will need to do this in 2-3 batches. Raise the heat to high and fry the Puff Puff for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure that the dough balls cook evenly and do not stick together.

Step 5

The balls will have a crisp exterior a “hollow” sound to them when you tap them – that’s when you know they’re done! Use a slotted spoon to transfer the Puff Puff to a plate lined with a paper towel or clean dish cloth. Immediately sprinkle the balls with Coconut Sugar and top with toasted Coconut. Drizzle with Maple Syrup, then serve warm.