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Māori Fry Bread with Honey and Cinnamon

A simple yet delicious Māori fry bread, often served sweet or savory. This version is lightly sweetened and spiced, perfect as a snack or dessert, drizzled with honey and dusted with cinnamon.

Prep15 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total25 minutes
Serves8
LevelEasy
Māori Fry Bread with Honey and Cinnamon - New Zealand traditional dish

🧂 Ingredients

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 cup Warm water(approximately)
  • for frying Vegetable oil
  • for drizzling Honey
  • for dusting Ground cinnamon

💡 Pro Tips

  • Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying; otherwise, the bread will absorb too much oil.
  • Do not overcrowd the pot, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy fry bread.
  • The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Twist Ideas

Inspiration for your own version of this recipe

  • For a savory version, omit the sugar from the dough and serve with stews or soups.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the dough for extra spice.
  • Serve with jam, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

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