Vegan Jamaican Festival Ball Bites
These Vegan Jamaican Festival Ball Bites take a traditional Caribbean snack and turn it into a dessert masterpiece. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, with sweet vegan condensed milk drizzle, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate, they’re perfect for family, friends, or parties. Bring Caribbean flavors to your dessert table with this easy, indulgent, and vegan-friendly recipe!
Ingredients
Festival Ball Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2-3 tbsp water (as needed)
- Oil (for frying)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 💡 Tip: Use 1 tbsp of dough per ball for perfect bite-sized treats.
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add wet ingredients Stir in coconut milk and vanilla extract. Add water gradually until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Rest the dough Let the dough sit for 10 minutes to hydrate the cornmeal for fluffy, tender bites.
- Shape into balls Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll gently into smooth, round balls.
- Heat oil Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat (around 350°F). Test by dropping a small piece of dough; it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry the balls Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and puffed.
- Drain & coat . Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels. While the balls are still warm, toss them in cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.
- Serve it warm as a simple, comforting dessert or sweet snack.
Nutrition
Serving: 4gCalories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.5mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 168mgFiber: 3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 3mg
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