Belgium Biscuits: A Blast from the Past
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, New Zealand, < 30 Mins, Easy
Description:
Transport yourself back to the nostalgic charm of local fetes with these delightful Belgium biscuits! Reminiscent of simpler times, these biscuits are a beloved treat, especially when adorned with a simple white icing and a sprinkle of jelly crystals for a touch of whimsical decoration.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2651.3
- Fat Content: 99.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 60.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 455.5mg
- Sodium Content: 2002.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 413.5g
- Fiber Content: 10.4g
- Sugar Content: 207g
- Protein Content: 33.3g
Yield: 1 tray
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp mixed spice
- 1 tbsp golden syrup
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and golden syrup, mixing well to combine.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the baking soda, cinnamon, flour, and mixed spice to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
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Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness. Then, using cookie cutters of your choice, cut out shapes from the dough.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a baking tray and arrange the cut-out biscuits on it, leaving some space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
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Cool and Decorate: Once baked, transfer the biscuits to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can optionally decorate them with a simple white icing and sprinkle over some jelly crystals for added visual appeal.
Recipe Notes:
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a dash of vanilla extract to the dough mixture.
- These biscuits can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week, although they are best enjoyed fresh.
- Experiment with different shapes and sizes of cookie cutters to create a variety of charming biscuits.
- Feel free to customize the icing by adding food coloring or flavored extracts to suit your preferences.
