Cameroon Chin Chin Recipe

March 28, 2025 Odiraa

Cameroon Chin Chin Recipe

The Christmas season always brings back fond memories of my childhood

Every home embraces this culinary culture during the holidays by adding pastries to the festive menu, and Chin Chin is always a top favorite.

Making Chin Chin can be quite the task, so it’s more enjoyable when done together as a community.

Cameroon Chin Chin

From shopping for ingredients at the market to mixing the dough, rolling and cutting it into various shapes, and finally frying the pieces to perfection, every step is filled with fun and togetherness.

The best part? Enjoying the crispy, buttery, and sweet treat with family, friends, and neighbors on Christmas Day.

Chin Chin has a unique crunch, combined with a rich, creamy, and buttery taste that makes it one of the most beloved snacks in Cameroon and other West African countries.

Cameroon Chin Chin Recipe

Join me on this culinary journey as I share my special Chin Chin recipe—one that will add an extra touch of joy to your holiday celebrations!

Dish: Cameroon Chin Chin

Region: West Africa

Ingredients:

7 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon nutmeg
5 tablespoons salted butter or margarine
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 can (5.4 oz) evaporated milk
500ml cooking oil for frying

How to Make Chin Chin Dough

Note: This recipe uses a food processor, but you can also mix the dough manually in a bowl.

Add the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, sugar, and nutmeg) to the food processor. Mix on low speed for 30 seconds, then stop.
Add the butter and mix on medium speed until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and evaporated milk.
Pour the liquid mixture into the food processor and mix on medium speed until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into four equal parts, wrap each piece in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Rolling and Cutting the Dough

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1 cm thickness.
Cut the dough into 1-inch strips, then further cut into your desired Chin Chin shapes.
Place the cut pieces on a floured tray and set aside.

Frying the Chin Chin

Heat 500 ml of cooking oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Note: Always monitor the oil to prevent overheating or combustion.

Add the Chin Chin pieces in batches and fry for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined bowl to absorb excess oil. Allow to cool.