Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits

Delia Smith’s Ginger Biscuits are a delightful fusion of salted butter, light brown sugar, fresh ginger, golden syrup, self-raising flour, ground ginger, bicarbonate of soda, and egg yolk. It takes 30 minutes total, yielding 20 servings.

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💗 Why You’ll Be Glad You Tried This Recipe:

• Flavorful Blend. Combining fresh and ground ginger creates a zesty, rich taste.
• Easy Prep. Simple steps with common ingredients make baking a breeze.
• Versatile Treats. Adaptable for various shapes and sizes, it is perfect for any occasion.
• Delicious Outcome. The golden syrup and brown sugar yield a delightful caramelized crunch.

❓ What Is Delia Smith’s Ginger Biscuit Recipe?

Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits are classic treats with a crunchy texture and a delightful blend of sweet caramel and spicy ginger flavors, thanks to the prominent use of ginger, butter, brown sugar, fresh and ground ginger, golden syrup, and self-raising flour.

🥚 Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits Ingredients

• 100g salted butter, cubed
• 75g light brown soft sugar
• 1 tbsp. grated fresh ginger
• 100g golden syrup
• 250g self-raising flour
• 1½ tbsp. ground ginger
• 1 tsp. bicarbonate of soda
• 1 small egg yolk, beaten

🍪 Instructions For Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits

1. Preheat the oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5 and line two large baking trays with parchment.
2. Melt butter, sugar, fresh ginger, and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat, then let it cool.
3. Mix flour, ground ginger, and bicarbonate of soda in a bowl. Gradually stir in the cooled sugar mixture and the egg yolk, then knead briefly to make a dough.
4. Roll the dough into 20-gram balls and place them on the prepared baking trays with 3cm between each.
5. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
6. Let them cool on the trays for a minute, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Measure ginger precisely for a balanced flavor.
• Use room-temperature butter for perfect texture.
• Stick to light brown sugar for ideal sweetness.
• Control the quantity of golden syrup to avoid stickiness.
• Monitor baking time for perfect texture—avoid over- or under-baking.

🍨 What To Serve With Ginger Biscuits?

Serve Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits with hot tea or coffee for a classic pairing. They also complement vanilla ice cream, lemon curd, or a light citrus fruit salad.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Ginger Biscuits?

• In The Fridge. Store your leftovers Ginger Biscuits in an airtight jar at room temperature. They stay crunchy for a week.
• In The Freezer. For freezing, arrange cooled your leftovers Ginger Biscuits in a single layer in a freezer-safe container or bag with parchment between layers. Keep it frozen for three months for optimal quality.

How To Reheat Leftovers Ginger Biscuits?

• In The Oven. place leftovers biscuits on a baking sheet and warm at 300°F for 5 minutes check for desired warmth.
• In The Microwave. wrap leftovers Ginger Biscuits in a damp paper towel and heat for 10–15 seconds, checking until warm.
• Toaster Oven. Toast at low heat for 1-2 minutes, monitoring for desired warmth; avoid excessive crisping.

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Delia Smith Ginger Biscuits Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 117kcal
• fat: 5g
• saturates: 3g
• carbs: 17g
• sugars: 8g
• fibre: 1g
• protein: 1g
• salt: 0.3g

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