Abernethy Biscuits

Delight in the timeless charm of Abernethy Biscuits, a classic British treat with a rich history and an irresistibly simple flavor. These crisp, buttery biscuits are delicately flavored with caraway seeds, giving them a subtly sweet anise-like aroma that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. Made from pantry staples like plain flour, butter, and sugar, these biscuits come together in just 20 minutes of prep time, making them an easy yet elegant addition to any afternoon tea spread. Rolled to perfection and lightly golden, Abernethy Biscuits are wonderfully versatile—enjoy them plain, slathered with butter, or as a delightful accompaniment to your favorite preserves. Perfect for tea lovers and traditional baking enthusiasts alike, these iconic biscuits bring a taste of heritage straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 250 grams plain flour
• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 large egg

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, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the butter to the bowl and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Mix in the granulated sugar and caraway seeds evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.

Step 6

Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll it out to a thickness of about 5 millimeters.

Step 8

Using a round cookie cutter (or shape of your choice), cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve the Abernethy Biscuits plain or with butter, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	266.7 grams (266.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1220

Total Fat 115.60g	148%
Saturated Fat 64.90g	325%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 499mg	166%
Sodium 1178mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 54.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 51.50g
Protein 8.50g	17%

Vitamin D 67IU	334%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 144mg	3%

*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: 80.6%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 16.8%