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Ingredients

• 1 cup (100g) plain dry biscuits (such as tea biscuits or graham crackers)
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 tablespoons (45ml) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tablespoon (8g) unsweetened cocoa powder, plus extra for dusting
• 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Crush the dry biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the biscuit crumbs, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
3. Add the softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is uniform and holds together when pressed.
4. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a small oval or potato-like shape using your hands.
5. Roll each shaped pastry in a little extra cocoa powder to coat the outside, giving it the classic 'potato' look.
6. Place the finished pastries on a plate and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.

Tip

For a lighter version, use low-fat sweetened condensed milk and reduced-fat biscuits. Serve chilled for the best texture.