South African Pampoenkoekies with Cinnamon Sugar
Sweet Pumpkin Fritters with a Warm Cinnamon Sugar Coating
Pampoenkoekies are deliciously soft, traditional South African pumpkin fritters, perfectly sweetened and spiced with a cinnamon sugar topping.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4-6
- Easy
Ingredients
Pumpkin Fritters
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
Frying
Preparation
Preparing the Pumpkin
Place and Cover
Place the cubed pumpkin in a pot and cover with water.
Boil Pumpkin
Boil until soft, about 20 minutes.
Drain and Mash
Drain and mash until smooth.
Making the Batter
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed pumpkin, egg, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Add Dry Ingredients
Gradually sift in flour and baking powder, stirring gently.
Form Batter
Mix until just combined to form a thick batter.
⚠ Ensure oil is hot before frying to avoid greasy fritters. 💡 Drain cooked fritters on paper towels to keep them crispy.
Cooking Process
Heat Oil
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
Fry Fritters
Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into hot oil, frying until golden brown on each side, about 3 minutes.
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar
Immediately after frying, roll fritters in cinnamon sugar.
Plating & Serving
South African Pampoenkoekies with Cinnamon Sugar
South African Pampoenkoekies with Cinnamon Sugar
Serve Warm
Serve the pampoenkoekies warm on a platter, dusted with extra cinnamon sugar.