Dessert
Magwinya: Doughnut Bites from Botswana
Magwinya are soft, yeast-risen doughnut bites, lightly sweetened and fried until golden. They're simple to make, starting with an active yeast dough that kneads up smooth in a stand mixer. After a good rise, the dough is scooped into hot oil and fried until puffy and browned. A final dusting of powdered sugar makes them ready to eat.
1hServes 4
Method
7 steps · 1h total
- 01
Activate the Yeast
In a stand mixer bowl, combine the 1/4 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 1/2 teaspoons yeast. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active. - 02
Mix and Knead Dough
Add the 300 grams all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil to the yeast mixture.
Using a dough hook, knead on medium speed for about 5 minutes until the dough comes together into a smooth, elastic ball.
