Easter Biscuits

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Traditional shortcrust biscuits with lemon zest and currants, perfect for spring celebrations.
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Easter Biscuits

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 756.0

Description

These classic Easter biscuits offer a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors, thanks to the combination of caster sugar, zesty lemon rind, and plump currants. Made with a shortcrust-style dough, they have a tender, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. They are an essential part of traditional British Easter celebrations, often served alongside hot cross buns or enjoyed as a sweet treat with tea. The subtle spice blend adds warmth, while the lemon provides a bright finish. Easy to make with pantry staples, these homemade treats bring a nostalgic, home-style charm to your holiday table. They are sturdy enough to pack in a lunchbox yet delicate enough for a formal afternoon tea service.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 190&# 194;°C (375ðF) or Gas Mark 5.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and caster sugar until the mixture is soft and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the finely grated lemon rind.
  4. Sift the plain flour and mixed spice together, then fold them into the margarine mixture along with the currants.
  5. Gradually add enough beaten egg to bind the mixture into a stiff dough, similar in consistency to shortcrust pastry.
  6. Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the dough to approximately half-inch thickness.
  7. Use a 4-inch cutter to press out rounds from the dough.
  8. Place the biscuit rounds on greased baking trays.
  9. Reroll any leftover pastry scraps to make additional biscuits.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.
  11. Sprinkle with extra caster sugar immediately after removing from the oven.
  12. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 756.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.8g80%
Saturated Fat 16.5g83%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 769.5mg33%
Total Carbohydrate 75.7g26%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 75.1g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: easter, biscuits, lemon, currants, shortcrust, baking, traditional, sweet, tea, british, spring, holiday, dessert, snack, homemade
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