mohamed shili This Buddy’s Ginger nut biscuits recipe is a crispy and spicy recipe, which is made with ground ginger and golden syrup. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, a great choice for teatime and ready in about 35 minutes.
Buddy’s Ginger nut biscuits Ingredients
A simple list for the ultimate classic, spicy biscuit.
- 100g self-raising flour
- 1 level teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 1½ teaspoons ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 50g golden caster sugar
- 50g unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
How To Make Buddy’s Ginger nut biscuits
A step-by-step guide to these wonderfully simple and crisp cookies.
- Prep the Oven and Trays: Preheat the oven to 170°C/325°F/gas 3. Line two large baking trays with greaseproof paper.
- Mix the Dough: Place the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and sugar in a mixing bowl and mix well. In a small pan, gently melt the butter with the golden syrup. Pour the warm, melted mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix everything together to form a soft dough.
- Shape the Biscuits: Divide the dough into 16 equal portions and roll each piece into a small ball. Place the balls on the lined trays, leaving a good gap between them to allow for spreading. Gently press down on each ball to flatten it slightly.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 12 minutes, or until the biscuits are a beautiful golden brown and are starting to form their signature cracks on top. Leave them to cool on the trays for 10 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Tips
For perfect, crispy ginger nut biscuits every time.
- How to get that classic “snap”? The key to a crispy ginger nut biscuit is to not under-bake it and to let it cool completely. They will be soft when they first come out of the oven but will harden and become crisp as they cool on the baking tray.
- Why did my biscuits spread too much? This can happen if the melted butter and syrup mixture was too hot when added to the flour, or if the dough is too warm. If your kitchen is hot, you can chill the rolled balls of dough on the baking tray for 15 minutes before baking to help control the spread.
- Can I use fresh ginger? It’s not recommended for this recipe. Ground ginger provides the dry, concentrated, and warm spice that is characteristic of a classic ginger nut. Fresh ginger would add too much moisture and change the texture.
- Can I make the dough ahead of time? Yes. You can prepare the dough, wrap it well in cling film, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let it soften slightly at room temperature before rolling into balls.
What To Serve With Ginger nut biscuits
The perfect accompaniments for this classic, spicy cookie.
The Ginger Nut is a quintessential British biscuit, famous for its dunkability! It’s perfect served with:
- A hot cup of black tea or coffee
- A tall, cold glass of milk
- Crumbled over a bowl of ice cream or a fruit crumble
How To Store Ginger nut biscuits
Keeping your biscuits crisp and fresh.
- Room Temperature: Once completely cooled, store the ginger nut biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay crisp and delicious for up to two weeks.
Buddy’s Ginger nut biscuits Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per biscuit.
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 4 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What is golden syrup?
Golden syrup is a thick, amber-colored inverted sugar syrup that is a common ingredient in British baking. It has a unique, buttery, and slightly caramel-like flavor. If you can’t find it, a light corn syrup or a mild honey could be used as a substitute, though the flavor will be slightly different.
How can I make my ginger nuts chewier instead of crispy?
If you prefer a softer, chewier ginger biscuit, you can slightly under-bake them. Pull them from the oven at around the 10-minute mark, when they are just golden but still very soft in the center.
Can I add other spices?
Absolutely. For an even warmer spice profile, you could add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice along with the ginger and cinnamon.
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- Amaretti biscuits Recipe
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Buddy’s Ginger nut biscuits Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy16
servings15
minutes12
85
kcalClassic, crispy, and spicy ginger nut biscuits with a signature cracked top, made with a simple and quick dough using golden syrup for a traditional flavor.
Ingredients
100g self-raising flour
1 level tsp bicarbonate of soda
1½ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cinnamon
50g golden caster sugar
50g unsalted butter
2 tbsp golden syrup
Directions
- Preheat oven to 170°C/325°F/gas 3. Line two large baking trays.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ginger, cinnamon, and sugar.
- In a small pan, gently melt the butter and golden syrup together.
- Pour the warm, melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix to form a soft dough.
- Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.
- Place the balls on the lined trays, leaving space between them, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12 minutes until golden and cracked on top.
- Let the biscuits cool and firm up on the trays for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Leaving plenty of space between the dough balls is important, as they will spread during baking.
- The biscuits will be soft when they come out of the oven but will become crisp as they cool.
- For an extra fiery kick, you can increase the amount of ground ginger to 2 full teaspoons.
- These are the perfect biscuits for dunking in a hot cup of tea!