Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (you mentioned doubling the flour for sturdiness)
- ½ cup cocoa powder (more for richer chocolate flavor)
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter or oil (for frying or richness; you mentioned still having a little oil)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed for dough consistency)
- Optional: banana slices or apricot preserves for filling
- Optional: thick chocolate ganache for dipping
Instructions:
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Incorporate Fat: Cut in butter or mix in oil until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
- Form Dough: If needed, add a little milk to bring the dough together — it should be soft but not sticky.
- Shape Biscuits: Roll into small rounds or flatten slightly with your hands. For stuffed biscuits, place a small piece of banana or a dab of apricot preserve in the center and fold the dough over.
- Fry Biscuits: Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the biscuits until slightly firm and cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side, depending on size.
- Cool Slightly: Let them rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Optional Ganache Dip: Melt chocolate with a bit of cream to create a thick ganache. Dip biscuits halfway or drizzle on top for extra indulgence.
Tips / Notes:
- Texture should be soft, chocolatey, and slightly shortbread-like.
- You can experiment with fillings or toppings — banana, apricot, or thick ganache all work beautifully.
- Perfect for a quick sweet snack or to serve with coffee/tea.