Scottish Empire Biscuits
Scottish Empire Biscuits are delightful shortbread cookies filled with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a smooth icing drizzle. These charming treats evoke warm memories of family gatherings and cozy tea times. With their buttery texture and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, they are sure to impress your friends and loved ones. Easy to prepare, these biscuits are perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 biscuits 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
- 1/2 cup icing sugar (for drizzle)
- Water or lemon juice (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually sift in the flour while mixing to form a soft dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick; cut into circles using cookie cutters.
- Place half of the circles on the prepared baking sheets, top each with about half a teaspoon of raspberry jam, then seal with another biscuit circle.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with icing made from icing sugar mixed with water or lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 22mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use high-quality raspberry jam for richer flavor. Feel free to experiment with different jams like apricot or lemon curd for unique variations. For a refreshing twist, add a pinch of lemon zest to the dough before rolling it out.