Barbara Pratt's Tea Biscuits

Delight in the simple joy of freshly baked comfort with "Barbara Pratt's Tea Biscuits," a timeless recipe that brings home the warm, buttery goodness every baker loves. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold unsalted butter, these tea biscuits come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under 12 minutes. The use of cold butter ensures a flaky texture, while a splash of milk and a touch of sugar add subtle richness and sweetness. Perfect for pairing with your favorite jam, clotted cream, or a hot cup of tea, these versatile biscuits are a must-try for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a cozy afternoon tea or looking for a quick homemade treat, this recipe promises to deliver bakery-quality results with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup milk
• 1 large egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the milk and egg mixture. Stir gently with a fork or spatula until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Lightly flour your work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Gently knead 2–3 times to bring the dough together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.

Step 7

Using a floured round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps, re-roll, and cut more biscuits.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite tea accompaniments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(626.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1978.7

Total Fat 110.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 494.3mg	0%
Sodium 2728.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 192.6IU	0%
Calcium 312.1mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 638.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 42.5%