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Sweet Nigerian Buns with Nutmeg and Vanilla

Name: Sweet Nigerian Buns with Nutmeg and Vanilla
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; Vegetable oil, for deep frying; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

These sweet Nigerian buns are infused with aromatic nutmeg and vanilla, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

4.8(188 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 9, 2025

Sweet Nigerian Buns with Nutmeg and Vanilla — Snack served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Bun Dough

For the Wet Mix

For Frying

Optional Glaze

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 185 kcal
Protein: 2.96 g
Carbs: 25.83 g
Fat: 7.58 g
Fiber: 0.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2223 kcal
Protein: 35.5 g
Carbs: 310 g
Fat: 91 g
Fiber: 6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 cups all-purpose flour	910	25	190	2	6
1/4 cup granulated sugar	194	0	50	0	0
1 teaspoon baking powder	3	0	1	0	0
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg	6	0	1	0	0
1/4 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup whole milk	74	3.5	6	4	0
1 large egg beaten	72	6	1	5	0
1 teaspoon vanilla extract	12	0	0.5	0	0
2 tablespoons butter melted	204	0	0	23	0
Vegetable oil for deep frying	490	0	0	56	0
1/2 cup powdered sugar	234	0	60	0	0
2 tablespoons milk	18	1	1	1	0
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract	6	0	0.5	0	0

These are estimated values and not intended as dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Mixing the Dry Ingredients

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
2
Whisk mixture
Whisk the dry ingredients together to ensure even distribution.

Incorporating the Wet Ingredients

1
Mix wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix the milk, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
2
Combine wet and dry
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon to form a smooth, thick batter.
Tip: Do not overmix the batter; it should be just combined. Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes for better texture.

How to Make Sweet Nigerian Buns with Nutmeg and Vanilla

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Heat the oil
Preheat the oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) for frying.
2
Fry the buns
Using an ice cream scoop, drop small balls of batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
3
Drain the buns
Remove the buns with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.