Digestive Biscuits

Similar to the traditional British biscuits, these can also be served buttered or with cheese. For a sweeter biscuit, brush one side with melted semisweet chocolate after baking.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 90 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 4 tablespoons milk
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons butter
• ¾ cup whole wheat flour
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rolled oats

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Mix in the oatmeal. Cream together the butter and the sugar and add to mixture. Stir in the milk until mixture forms a thick paste.

Step 3

Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth. Roll out dough to approximately 1/8" thickness. Cut into rounds with cookie cutter about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Transfer to cookie sheets and prick with a fork.

Step 4

Bake 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden. Let cool on wire rack. Store in an airtight tin.