Simple Homemade Biscuits
Easy Homemade Digestive Biscuits Recipe for Tea and Coffee Lovers
Introducing a wholesome and simple biscuit recipe, perfect for enjoying with a cup of black tea or coffee. These biscuits have a light, satisfying texture and a subtly sweet flavor, making them an ideal homemade treat. Learn how to easily bake these delightful cookies that are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 3/4 cup raw sugar
- 1/4 cup cold milk
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. This step ensures your biscuits won’t stick and will bake evenly.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, measure and combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and baking powder. Give them a quick whisk to mix. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Stir in the raw sugar and cold milk. Mix with a spatula or fork just until a dough begins to form; be careful not to overmix. Gently knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for a very short time until it just comes together and the surface is smooth. Overworking the dough can make the biscuits tough. For a quicker method, you can use a food processor for this step.
Step 3
Lightly flour your work surface and place the dough on it. Roll out the dough to an even thickness of about 1.5-2 cm (around 3/4 inch). Using a cookie cutter (traditionally about 6 cm in diameter) or a knife, cut the dough into your desired biscuit shapes. You can create rounds, squares, or any shape you prefer.
Step 4
Arrange the cut biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one. Use the tines of a fork to gently prick the top of each biscuit a few times. This helps prevent them from puffing up too much and encourages a crispier texture. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are a pale golden brown. Keep an eye on them, as oven temperatures can vary.
Step 5
Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Once fully cooled, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to a week. For longer storage, you can freeze the cooled biscuits in a freezer-safe bag or container. Enjoy your delicious homemade biscuits with your favorite tea or coffee!