Digestive Biscuits

Wholesome and nostalgic, these homemade Digestive Biscuits are the perfect combination of simplicity and flavor. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and finely ground oats, these classic British biscuits offer a delightfully crisp texture and a subtle sweetness from brown sugar. Elevated by a touch of baking powder and a pinch of salt, the dough comes together effortlessly with chilled butter and just enough milk to create the perfect crumbly consistency. With their easy-to-follow preparation and warm, golden bake, these biscuits are ideal for tea time, snacking, or as a base for no-bake desserts. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a convenient addition to your homemade pantry staples. Get ready to enjoy a batch of these timeless treats fresh from your oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 200 grams Whole wheat flour
• 50 grams Oats (finely ground)
• 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Milk (cold)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, ground oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Rub the butter into the mixture using your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add the cold milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together but is not overly sticky.

Step 5

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 3–4mm (1/8 inch) thickness.

Step 6

Using a round biscuit cutter (approximately 6cm or 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out circles and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each biscuit.

Step 7

Prick the surface of each biscuit lightly with a fork to create a classic digestive biscuit pattern.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(463.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1978.6

Total Fat 109.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 275.4mg	0%
Sodium 1685.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 51.6g
Protein 35.5g	0%

Vitamin D 15.6IU	0%
Calcium 192.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1123.8mg	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: 48.0%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 45.1%