Chin Chin is a go-to party snack that can be whipped up in no time

It’s very common to see this snack being made during festive seasons in Nigeria but since my kids love it so much I make it every now and then.

Chinchin can be either hard or crunchy. This recipe is a fine medium between the two. If you would prefer much harder chinchin, omit baking power, do not use egg and add 1/2 cup more flour.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour (375 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup sugar (100 grams)
  • 1/2 cup baking margarine  (115 grams)
  • 1/2 to 2/3 cup liquid milk or water
  • 1 egg (optional. use if you want soft chinchin)
  • Oil for frying

Direction

  • Combine flour, baking powder and sugar in a bowl. Slice in margarine  and mix until well incorporated (it should look like breadcrumbs)
Nigerian Chinchin
Nigerian chin chin recipe
Crack in egg. mix
gently add water into flour mix until  you have a slightly stretchy but not sticky dough (do not add too much water at once)
Chin Chin
Roll out the dough on a flat surface, cut into desired shapes
Chin Chin Cutting shapes
Set the oil on medium heat, wait until the oil is hot. Fry the shaped dough a batch at a time until golden brown

Enjoy!