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In a wooden plate African sweet Chin Chin

Nigerian Chin Chin

Lisa
Nigerian Chin Chin is a beloved West African snack that’s crispy, sweet, and endlessly satisfying. Made from a spiced dough and fried to golden perfection, each bite offers a delightful crunch with a hint of nutmeg warmth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8
Calories 288 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dry ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour + 2 Tbsp A floured surface for kneading and cutting
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp grated nutmeg

For the wet ingredients:

  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

For frying:

  • ½ cup Vegetable oil, for deep frying (enough to fill your pan about halfway)The oil is essential for frying the dough to a golden brown and creating the perfect crunch.

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and grated nutmeg. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract (if using). Set the mixture aside.
  • Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring as you go. Once combined, form the mixture into a ball of dough.
  • Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 10 minutes while you heat the oil.
  • Divide the dough in half and roll out each half on a floured board to about 1/6 to 1/5 inches thick. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into your desired shapes and sizes—squares, strips, or triangles work well.
  • Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the dough pieces in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Continuously stir while frying to ensure even browning. Fry until the Chin Chin pieces are golden brown.
  • Remove the Chin Chin from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Let them cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 259mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 233IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Nigerian Chin Chin
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