Here’s a guide to making three classic biscuit (cookie) recipes: Eet Sum Mor Biscuits, Chocolate Chip Biscuits, and Ginger Biscuits. Each one is unique, offering a variety of flavors and textures to suit different tastes.
1. Eet Sum Mor Biscuits (Shortbread Biscuits)
Eet Sum Mor biscuits are a South African favorite, known for their rich, buttery flavor and crumbly texture.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Biscuits:
- Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on the baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.