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digestive biscuits

digestive biscuits

Crafting homemade digestive biscuits delivers a satisfying experience. These wholemeal biscuits offer subtle sweetness and a uniquely crumbly yet firm texture.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 20 biscuits servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

  • 200g whole wheat flour
  • 100g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 50g light brown sugar
  • approx. 3-4 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, light brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry mixture and cut in until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  3. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of approximately 3-4 mm and cut out biscuits.
  7. Dock each biscuit with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, then cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Ensure to use cold ingredients to maintain a tender texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.