Chin-chin (crunchy sweet fritters)

Instructions

1. Mix the flour, baking powder, powdered milk, salt and nutmeg in a large bowl.
2. Add the soft butter and rub between your fingers until the texture is sandy.
3. Add the sugar, beaten eggs and milk, then knead for 5 minutes to get a firm, smooth dough.
4. Roll the dough out to 5 mm thick and cut into small squares about 1 cm by 1 cm, or diamonds.
5. Heat the oil to 160 °C in a deep saucepan.
6. Drop the pieces in small batches and fry for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring, until golden and crisp.
7. Drain on paper towels and let cool completely before storing in an airtight tin.