Corn puffs

Corn puffs are small, light, and crunchy bites made from puffed corn flour through a thermal expansion process. Their airy texture and mild corn flavor make them a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, especially in snack recipes, desserts, and combinations with other sweet or savory ingredients.

Corn, the main component of corn puffs, originated in America, where it was domesticated thousands of years ago by indigenous civilizations, particularly in Mexico and Central America. This tradition has evolved to create products like corn puffs, which are popular in the global food industry.

In terms of their properties, corn puffs are low in fat and can be a moderate source of carbohydrates for quick energy. However, their complete nutritional value will depend on the additional ingredients used in their manufacturing, such as oils, sugars, or salt. In their basic version, they are a light option to complement dishes or as a base for snacks.

In the Spanish spoken in different Latin American countries, corn puffs may also be known as puffs de maíz, churros de maíz inflado, or simply maíz inflado, although the latter term is more general and can refer to other products made with puffed corn.