How to Make Soft Mandazi with No Eggs - Simple Kenyan Recipe 2026

These soft, fluffy mandazi are a beloved Kenyan snack—now made simple with no eggs! Perfect for breakfast or afternoon chai, this easy recipe uses pantry staples to create a coconut-flavored treat that's soft inside, golden and crisp outside.

*INGREDIENTS — Serves 6*

- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

- ¼ cup sugar

- 1 tsp baking powder

- ½ tsp ground cardamom

- Pinch of salt

- 1 cup coconut milk, warmed

- 2 tbsp vegetable oil

- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

*STEPS — How to Make*

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.

2. Add the warm coconut milk and vegetable oil. Mix and knead into a smooth, soft dough for about 3-4 minutes.

3. Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

4. On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1cm thick, then cut into small triangles or diamond shapes.

5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat to 170°C. Fry the mandazi in batches until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side.

6. Remove and drain on paper towel. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with chai.

*TIP:* Make sure the coconut milk is warm, not hot — this keeps the mandazi soft and tender. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.