Embark on a delightful culinary journey with British spice biscuits, a true testament to the rich baking heritage of the United Kingdom. These delectable treats, also known as biscuits or cookies, are a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy interior, each bite reveals a harmonious blend of spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a cozy British tea party. Discover two irresistible recipes in this article: the classic British spice biscuits and a delightful variation infused with orange zest and cranberries, offering a vibrant twist on a timeless classic.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SAVOURY BRITISH BISCUITS
Make and share this Savoury British Biscuits recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Breads
Time 55m
Yield 48 wee goodies, 24-48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Ingredient weights are DRY weights, not fluid ounces.
- Place flour and mustard in a bowl.
- Add butter and rub in until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Stir in cheeses, and then add the peanut butter and egg and mix well.
- Roll out on a floured work surface to ¼ inch thick, cut out with a 2 inch biscuit cutter or into assorted shapes.
- Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake at 200ºC/ 400ºF/ Gas Mark 6 for 10-15 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack.
- Serve warm or cold.
- Store in an airtight container or cookie tin at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 71, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 3.3
ENGLISH LEMON BISCUITS/COOKIES
These are great to have with a cup of tea - maybe it's because I'm British? Anyway, they're very buttery & lemony. They're refreshing in the Spring/Summer & are great to use as a base of individual cheese cakes. I make a batch in no time & by the time they've cooled they've vanished! The mixture is also great to keep in the fridge for a couple of days & it also freezes well. You could also sprinkle the top of the biscuits with sugar as soon as you take out from the oven.
Provided by Wakey lass Lisa
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 25-35 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 170C/gas 3.
- Cream the butter until soft & creamy.
- Beat in the sugar, until pale & fluffy.
- Add the zest of 1 un-waxed lemon.
- Add the plain flour.
- Bring together to form a firm dough.
- Turn onto a floured surface & roll to around a cm thick.
- Use a crinkle biscuit/scone cutter for a more professional look
- Use a palette knife to transfer onto a baking sheet (no need to pre-grease).
- bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until they are light golden brown and slightly firm on top.
- transfer the biscuits to a cooling rack.
- Once cooled eat up & enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.2, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 19.2, Sodium 51.8, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.5
SPICE COOKIES
This recipe was my mother's grandmother's recipe. Spicy soft cookies with currants. Originally from England. Enjoy, they won't last long.
Provided by Angie Kitcher
Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes
Time 26m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
- Combine sugar, butter, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Combine flour, currants, and baking soda in a separate bowl. Stir into the butter mixture alternately with tablespoons of milk until the flour is fully incorporated.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheets. Press down lightly with a fork. Dip fork in sugar or water if it sticks.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Let stand on the baking sheets for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 72.1 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
ICED SPICE BISCUITS
Lovely spicey hard cookies, you can't just have one!! I've been making this recipe since I was about 6; it came from a children's cookbook. yummi!
Provided by pachyrachy
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 15 cookies (about)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 190c/375f/gas mark 5.
- Beat the butter and sugar til fluffy then beat the egg in bit by bit.
- Sift in the flour, salt and spice.
- Mix well and make a ball of firm dough.
- Roll the dough out until 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut dough into shapes.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Mix the icing sugar and hot water until smooth.
- Colour if necessary.
- Spread onto biscuits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 66.5, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 16.3, Protein 2.6
Tips:
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform biscuit sizes and even baking.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and ensure a crisp texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can result in tough biscuits.
- Bake the biscuits in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
- Allow the biscuits to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
British spice biscuits are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on any occasion. With their warm, aromatic spices and crispy texture, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you prefer them plain, iced, or sandwiched with your favorite filling, these biscuits are a classic British treat that you'll love.
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