Low Fat Homemade Maize Puffs

Discover the perfect guilt-free snack with these Low Fat Homemade Maize Puffs—light, crispy, and bursting with flavor! Made with simple pantry staples like yellow cornmeal, a touch of paprika, and a hint of salt, these baked puffs are a wholesome alternative to their fried counterparts. The magic lies in the quick stovetop preparation of the cornmeal base and the clever use of a piping bag to shape these bite-sized delights. Lightly sprayed with olive oil and baked to golden perfection, they’re low in fat without sacrificing crunch or satisfaction. Ideal for a healthy snack on the go or a crowd-pleasing party treat, these maize puffs are easy to make and store beautifully in an airtight container. Add this versatile recipe to your rotation for a delicious, low-fat snack option the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Yellow cornmeal
• 250 milliliters Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 0 Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil.

Step 3

Gradually add the cornmeal to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a smooth and thick porridge-like consistency, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the baking soda, paprika, and vegetable oil until well combined.

Step 6

Let the mixture cool slightly until it is safe to handle, but not completely cool.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a medium round nozzle.

Step 8

Pipe small, bite-sized mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound as they will puff up during baking.

Step 9

Lightly spray the piped mounds with olive oil spray to achieve a light crisp texture.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. The puffs will crisp up further as they cool.

Step 12

Serve as a delightful snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(477.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	857.2

Total Fat 21.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3011.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 21.8mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 310.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.6%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 71.8%