Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we explore the world of spiced biscuits, those delectable treats that tantalize the taste buds with their aromatic blend of spices. From the classic ginger snaps to the exotic chai-infused delights, this article will guide you through a symphony of flavors, textures, and techniques to create the perfect spiced biscuit that will leave you craving more. With a careful selection of ingredients, a sprinkle of creativity, and a touch of patience, you'll discover the secrets to crafting these delectable delights that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SPICED PUMPKIN-WALNUT BISCUITS WITH HONEY-CREAM GLAZE
Categories Bread Milk/Cream Bake Thanksgiving Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Walnut Pumpkin Honey Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes about 16 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 375°F. Butter heavy large baking sheet. Mix flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, salt and cardamom in medium bowl to blend . Add butter and rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Whisk pumpkin, 1/4 cup cream, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey and peel in another medium bowl to blend. Add pumpkin mixture and chopped nuts to dry ingredients and stir until incorporated (dough will be moist).
- Turn dough out onto floured surface and knead gently until smooth, about 8 turns. Roll out dough to 3/4-inch thickness. Using floured 2-inch-diameter cookie cutter, cut out rounds. Reroll scraps to 3/4-inch thickness; cut out additional rounds. Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons cream and 2 tablespoons honey in small bowl. Brush atop biscuits. Garnish each with 1 walnut half. Bake biscuits until light golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Transfer biscuits to rack and cool 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. If desired, wrap biscuits in foil and rewarm in 350°F. oven about 5 minutes.)
SPICED SWEET POTATO BISCUITS
A pumpkin cookie cutter can be used for sweet treats and for savory biscuits as well. These biscuits are a fun addition to any meal in fall. -Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Combine sweet potato and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10-15 times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter or biscuit cutter., Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Brush with egg; sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SPICED BISCUITS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, 1 tablespoon of the za'atar, the sugar and salt in a medium bowl using a whisk. Using a bowl scraper or your fingers, mix in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal; using your fingers will create a more cake-like texture. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk. Stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead 5 or 6 times. Roll the dough into a 1-inch-thick disc and cut out biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit cutter. Make sure you don't twist the cutter otherwise you'll squish the sides and the biscuit won't rise. Knead the scraps together, re-roll and cut out biscuits until all the dough has been used.
- Place the biscuits bottom-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Whisk together the vegetable oil with the remaining 1 tablespoon za'atar and brush the mixture on each biscuit. Bake until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes.
RUSSIAN SPICED BISCUITS (PRYANIKI)
Similar in texture to a honey jumble, these Russian biscuits are commonly made for festive occasions. Serve with tea, coffee or Russian Sbiten, a hot, spiced drink. Posted here for play in Culinary Quest. After Mike made these I checked other recipes and found that you could use these as alternate frostings: Simple Sugar Glaze,...
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Cookies
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Separate 2 eggs and reserve 1 egg white. (Discard the other egg white or use it for another recipe.) Whisk the 2 egg yolks in a bowl with butter, honey and remaining egg. Sift flour, baking powder and spices into a bowl and combine. Make a well in the centre, add egg mixture and gradually combine. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 2. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line 2 oven trays with baking paper. Using damp hands, shape tablespoonfuls of mixture into 24 balls and place on the trays. Flatten them slightly and bake, swapping the trays halfway, for 15 minutes or until cooked through and golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- 3. To make meringue, whisk reserved egg white with sugar to soft peaks, then spread 1 tsp meringue mixture over each biscuit. Drizzle with chocolate and allow to set before serving.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your biscuits.
- Be sure to use cold butter. This will help to create a flaky texture.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the biscuits tough.
- Be careful not to overbake the biscuits. Overbaked biscuits will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Spiced biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual snack to a dessert. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a spiced biscuit recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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