Sieve the flour,sugar,baking powder and mixed spices then mix well

Add the lemon rind and mix then add the batter and mix properly

Add the lemon juice and the essence and mix then add milk little by little as you mix until the dough becomes soft and even.

Allow it to rise for an hour or even up to the following morning- it will still be good.

Put the oil in a pan and allow it to heat then you can cook your maandazis and enjoy them. The taste is worth it, sweet and delicious and the aroma is appealing

Serve with your favourite beverage