Most Popular African Snacks and Appetizers you can easily make at home – Africa has a number of wonderful and scrumptious snacks derived from it’s eclectic mix of Cultures and Traditions. 
Here’s a list of the most loved African snacks and treats that are an Absolute Must-try!
- Mandazi- These are one of my favorites , and a favorite among many readers. If you are having a party, make these. They will fly off the the table . Mini Beignets made with with grated coconut, spiced with cardamon, nutmeg and fried to perfection. Light, fluffy and addictive! Need I say more? Get the recipe here.
- Suya(Chicken)- Who doesn’t love anything on a stick ? Well if you don’t…. make em and send it to ME ! Seriously , you are going to love this SUPER POPULAR African beef on skewers. It’s spiced with pantry staple ingredients and Peanuts . A must make ! Get the recipe here.
- Koeksisters-Traditional koeksisters from South Africa -Deep fried braided dough drenched in lemony syrup. Sticky , Spicy and Sweet – Just like me . After the first bite you would start craving it more and more . Get the recipe here.
- Chin Chin- Christmas wouldn’t be the same without these West African pastry. – Once I pop I can’t stop eating . Guess where I keep mine? In the trunk of my car. Why? Cause I eat the whole thing. No Kidding!!! My weakness! Get the recipe here .
- Crunchies- South African Oatmeal bar – SO GOOD , SO NUTTY. They are great for an on-the-go breakfast. Ditch the store brand and make yours ! Get the recipe here
6 . African Meat Pie – Slightly Sweet, flaky and crusty with a succulent filling. These beef Pie are just incredible. A flaky, buttery crust surrounding the most amazing, fragrant beef filling! Get the recipe here. 
- Vetkoek aka Fat Cake- These are Calling my name …Crispy on the outside -warm and fluffy inside, filled with minced curry. Get the recipe here.
- Puff-Puff (Deep fried dough)- The Quintessential West African Snack . Loved by kids and adults too! Get the recipe here.
- African Fish Roll(Fish pie)- These are always the first to go. Trust me ! You can’t say no to these Delicious Fried fish rolls. They conjure so many childhood memories for many. Be sure to seal them tight with water and flour. and double or triple the recipe when entertaining . Thank me later. Get the recipe here.
- Black Eyed Peas Fritters (Akara)- Spicy , Crispy and crunchy, irresistibly Fritters made with fresh black eyed peas, onions, hot pepper and salt. Get the recipe here.
- Plantain Chips- Guilt free plantain chips is a great healthy alternative snack. Spicy, sweet, salty, exotic, and crunchy. These chips are baked with very little oil and deliver a very satisfying toasty crunch. Get the recipe here.
- Accra banana aka Kouti – These popular fritters are made with only 3 ingredients- Gluten free, Vegan and Delicious – Ready in less than no time. Get the recipe here
- Groundnut Sweet( Sugar Peanuts aka Candied nuts)- These highly addictive candied peanuts are color free (no added color to make it bright), egg free ( vegan) but still have that crusted crunchy layer of sugar. Get the recipe here.
- Kelewele or Aloco(Spicy Fried Plantains)- Spicy plantain and peanuts – YES PLEASE ! Get the recipe here.
- African Egg Roll- Meatless Scotch Eggs – A snack enjoyed throughout West African. Get the recipe here.
15. Bhajias- East African Snack, enjoyed especially in Kenya and Tanzania, a cultural import from the Indians dipped in a thick gram flour paste of spices, herbs – Fried until crispy. YUM! Get the recipe here. 
Do you have a favorite African Snack? Please share! The more the merrier. Happy Cooking !!!
Grace Williams says
Yummy, very hungry now.
M says
Finding this great ideas is the best thing that has happened to me. Thank you
Valerie says
I use to live in Tamale Ghana as a child. When in the market with my father he would buy me Cooley Cooley( not sure this is the correct spelling). The were rings which I believe were deep fried. Similar to a pretzel but round about 4”. I think they were made with ground peanuts but could not swear to this.
I would love if anyone knows what I’m talking about, let alone has a recipe for this!
Valerie
Nita says
We have this in Nigeria too and yes it’s made from groundnut. We call it “kuli kuli” and here’s a link I found online. https://9jafoodie.com/kuli-kuli/
temi says
Hi imma,
do you have recipe for coconut chin chin please?
Joy says
Please ma’am I need a perfect recipe & procedure for a sausage roll. Thank you.
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Joy! This is the only one I have right now -https://www.africanbites.com/spicy-sausage-rolls/. Enjoy!
Abigail says
Nice recipe here
Cynthia says
Thanks for the wonderful recipes.
ImmaculateBites says
Glad to hear you like them.
Aisha says
Love ur work, would love d recipe for Accra banana aka kouti pls.
ImmaculateBites says
Thanks! Here it is https://www.africanbites.com/accra-cassavakouti-cassava-fritters/ link updated . Enjoy!!!
Stella says
You are a darling.
I can’t wait to go shopping, I wish I could get new recipes directly I my mailbox.
Thanks for sharing
ImmaculateBites says
Thanks Stella! You definitely can get recipes to your mailbox. I just added you to my subscribers list. Happy Cooking!!!
Debbie says
Please add me tooo
ImmaculateBites says
You’ve already subscribed. Thanks!
chrystyne bernice says
hey there,i am loving your recipes…which is your favorite recipe and why????
ImmaculateBites says
Hey Chrystyne! To be honest, I don’t have “A” favorite. It just depends on my mood swings. With that said, I cannot say No to puff puff , suya or mandazi . At the top of my list.
Oh, I didn’t realize there was a second part to it. These are all favorite childhood snacks – they bring back sweet memories, of friends, family. And they are quite tasty too!.
alex says
Hi dear , I enjoy your recipes. Please can you help me with the recipes for jam doughnut and sausages?
Thank you.
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Alex! Sorry I don’t have one any tried and true ones.
Mariama Bah says
Hey sweetie I enjoyed all ur recipes and trust me I’m going to try them all. I can’t access the recipe for the Accra banana aka kouti though can u help me with it please thank u
ImmaculateBites says
Absolutely!!! Here it is https://www.africanbites.com/accra-cassavakouti-cassava-fritters/. Do let me know how it works out for you.
Gayle says
Do you have a youtube channel? If not, you should! I would love you see you and these recipes in action.
ImmaculateBites says
No I don’t. Seriously considering starting one in the near future. Thanks !
Debbie says
Please start one quickly
Temi says
hi,how can i get the puff puff recipepleasethanks.
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Temi! Here is the link to the puff puff recipe. https://www.africanbites.com/puff-puff/
Edna says
I have never seen a website with clear explanations about cooking recipes,go go girl ,keep on giving us quality recipes,be blessed
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Edna! Glad you like it!!! Thanks for taking the time to let me know
Priceless Tonia says
Wowwwww immaculate bites is the best…kudos to u
ImmaculateBites says
Thank you so much!!!!
ifeoma okagbue says
please how can i get these recipes i am interested
ImmaculateBites says
Click where it says , get the recipe here and it would take you to the recipe
Lisa says
Do you have a recipe for Jolop Rice? I hope I spelled it correctly. I had some yesterday and it’s really good but I forgot to ask for recipe.
ImmaculateBites says
Of Course! I have FOUR recipes . You get to pick Lisa! Oven baked Jollof rice here https://www.africanbites.com/jellof-riceoven-baked/ , Chicken and Jollof Rice here https://www.africanbites.com/chicken-jollof-rice/ and Coconut Jollof rice here https://www.africanbites.com/coconut-jollof-rice/ and Stove top Jollof rice here https://www.africanbites.com/jellof-rice/.
Happy Cooking!!!!
Evone says
Can i make cassava leaf soup without peanut butter as i am allergic
ImmaculateBites says
You sure can. However, it’s going to have that authentic taste.
Karen says
I would think you could use any nut or seed butter with this?
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Karen! Which recipe are you referring to ?
Nique says
Do you have a recipe for spring rolls?
ImmaculateBites says
Sorry I don’t have one at the moment . Check out this other roll here https://www.africanbites.com/south-western-egg-roll/