Empire Biscuits a K a Cookies to Non Brits
Indulge in the timeless charm of Empire Biscuits, a nostalgic treat beloved in the UK and beyond. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are sandwiched with a sweet layer of strawberry or raspberry jam, then topped with a glossy powdered sugar icing and crowned with a halved glacé cherry for a touch of old-world elegance. The delicate combination of crumbly biscuit layers and fruity filling makes them perfect for afternoon tea or as an eye-catching treat for special occasions. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for both seasoned bakers and beginners looking to master a classic. Whether you call them cookies or biscuits, these delightful confections promise to bring a taste of Britain to your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams caster sugar (superfine sugar)
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 100 grams strawberry or raspberry jam
- 200 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 12 pieces glacé cherries (halved)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or wooden spoon.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 4
Lightly flour your work surface, then roll out the dough to approximately 5mm (1/4 inch) thick.
Step 5
Using a round cookie cutter (about 6cm/2.5 inches in diameter), cut out circles and place them onto the prepared baking tray. Gather scraps, re-roll, and continue cutting until all the dough is used.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges begin to turn golden. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 7
Once cooled, spread about 1 teaspoon of jam onto the flat side of half the cookies. Sandwich with the remaining cookies, flat side down, to create a filled biscuit.
Step 8
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and water to create a smooth icing with a thick yet spreadable consistency.
Step 9
Spread about 1 teaspoon of icing onto the top of each sandwiched biscuit, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon or a small offset spatula.
Step 10
While the icing is still wet, place half a glacé cherry in the center of each biscuit. Allow the icing to set completely before serving.
Step 11
Enjoy your homemade Empire Biscuits with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1039.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4347.8 |
| Total Fat 174.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 442.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 74.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 689.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 391.8g | |
| Protein 32.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 494.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories