Add a rich, vanilla-like custard flavor to a simple biscuit recipe using custard powder. These cookies are easy to make and delicious to enjoy with tea or as a snack.
INGREDIENTS
100 g butter, cubed and melted
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup custard powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups self-raising flour
METHOD
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ingredients in the order listed. Stir with a spoon until the mixture forms a firm dough that can be rolled into balls. If the dough feels too sticky or wet, add 1 tablespoon of self-raising flour at a time until it reaches a manageable consistency.
- Shape biscuits: Line a baking tray with baking paper. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them evenly spaced on the tray—around 12 per tray depending on size. Flatten each ball gently with a fork to create a patterned, slightly flattened biscuit.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F). Bake the biscuits for about 10 minutes or until they turn a light golden color. They will spread and rise slightly as they bake. Remove from the oven and leave on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Makes approximately 14 biscuits.
Storage: Keep cooled biscuits in an airtight container for up to 7 days to maintain freshness.
