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shaw biscuits
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Shaw Biscuits

a lightly-spiced crispy biscuit, perfect for dunking in your tea or coffee
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Tea time treat
Cuisine: Northern Ireland
Servings: 24

Equipment

  • 2 or 3 shallow baking trays

Ingredients

  • 170 g butter
  • 170 g caster sugar
  • 1 level teaspoon ground mixed spice
  • 1 dessertspoon golden syrup
  • 1 level teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 level teaspoon baking soda also called bicarbonate of soda
  • 1 egg
  • 400 g self raising flour

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 160C (fan) and line the baking trays with silicone paper.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light, soft and fluffy.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a ball.
  • Divide the dough into approximately 30 small balls, roll each one between your hands and flatten slightly then place, spaced well apart on the prepared baking trays.
  • Bake for 15 - 20 minutes, until light golden and cracked on top. They will still feel slightly soft when ready, but will not be wet.
  • These are best eaten warm straight from the oven but will also keep well in an airtight container for several weeks.