Cramleigh Saltash Magazine April 2015 April 2015 | Page 20

Easter Bunny Biscuits with Currants and Mixed Spice Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C, gas mark 6. In a bowl, beat the butter and sugar together, using a wooden spoon or electric hand whisk, until pale and fluffy. 2. Beat in the egg yolk, reserving the white. Then, using a round-bladed knife, gently stir in the sifted flour, spices, lemon zest and currants. Gradually stir in the milk until the dough starts to come together – you may need slightly less, or a little more, milk. Children will enjoy making these buttery biscuits for family and friends over the holidays. They could also wrap them up as Easter gifts. Prep time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 15 mins Makes: 20-25 Ingredients 125g softened butter 75g caster sugar, plus 1-2 tbsp for sprinkling 1 egg, separated 200g plain flour, sifted ¼ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp mixed spice Zest of 1 lemon 75g currants 2 tbsp milk 20 3. Tip the dough onto a lightly floured worktop and knead gently until smooth. Roll out to about 5mm thick then cut out the biscuits using a rabbit-shaped cutter, a 7.5cm round cutter, or shape of your choice. 4. Place the biscuits on 2-3 greased baking trays and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven. Whisk the reserved egg white very slightly, brush lightly over the biscuits then sprinkle with sugar. Return to the oven for a further 5 minutes, until just golden. Remove and place on a cooling rack. POP IN AND SEE OUR SHOP! Cook’s tips The biscuits can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Freshen homemade biscuits, by placing them in a warm oven for 3-4 minutes. Drinks recommendation Enjoy these biscuits with a fruit smoothie. To advertise call Dinah on 01752 895734 or 07790 264903 22 22 Please remember to mention CRAMLEIGH when you respond to advertisements To advertise call Dinah on 01752 895734 or 07790 264903 21