Celebrate the joys of spring with these delightful Easter Biscuits Cookies, a beloved traditional treat bursting with warm spices and chewy currants. Perfectly crisp and lightly golden, these cookies are infused with aromatic mixed spice and cinnamon for a cozy, festive flavor. Topped with a sprinkle of caster sugar for a touch of sweetness, they’re simple to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes. Ideal for Easter gatherings, these buttery biscuits pair wonderfully with a cup of tea and can be stored for up to five days, making them perfect for sharing or enjoying throughout the week. Whether you're looking for a timeless homemade gift or an indulgent addition to your Easter table, these soft yet subtly crisp biscuits are sure to be a hit.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) or 170°C (fan). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg yolk to the mixture and continue to beat until well combined.
Sift the all-purpose flour, mixed spice, and ground cinnamon into the bowl. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
Stir in the currants and gradually add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to about 5mm (1/4 inch) thick using a rolling pin.
Using a 7cm (3-inch) round cookie cutter, cut out the biscuits and place them onto the prepared baking trays. Re-roll the dough scraps and repeat until it’s all used.
Sprinkle the tops of the biscuits generously with caster sugar.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the trays from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy the biscuits plain or with a cup of tea. These can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 57 mg | 1% | |
*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.