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How to Make Digestive Biscuits

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A digestive biscuit doesn't really have anything to do with digestion, but is actually a close cousin to the American graham cracker. Digestive biscuits are a favorite British treat--a round, semi-sweet cookie served as snacks or with afternoon tea.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 4 tbs. wheat germ
  • 4 tbs. brown sugar
  • 4 tbs. butter, softened to room temperature
  • 4 tbs. milk
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • Oil
  1. Step 1

    Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and oil 2 baking sheets.

  2. Step 2

    Mix the all purpose flour, whole wheat flour and baking powder in a large mixing bowl, and stir in the wheat germ.

  3. Step 3

    Place the softened butter and the sugar in a separate bowl and cream them together with an electric mixer until they're light and fluffy.

  4. Step 4

    Add the creamed mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well. Stir in the milk. The dough should be thick and sticky.

  5. Step 5

    Put the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead it for a few minutes until it's smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Roll the dough until it's about 1/8-inch thin and cut it into circles with a biscuit cutter or cookie cutter. Put each digestive biscuit on an oiled baking sheet and poke a few holes in the tops with a fork.

  7. Step 7

    Bake the digestive biscuits until they turn golden brown, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove them from the baking sheet and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Store them in a sealed container.

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