Chocolate Almond Biscuit Recipe
Ingredients
For the chocolate almond biscuit recipe, you will need the following ingredients: 200g of butter, 200g of caster sugar, 200g of plain flour, 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 2 tablespoons of ground almonds and a pinch of salt. Optional extras include a teaspoon of almond extract, which will add a deeper flavour to the biscuits, and a tablespoon of milk for a softer texture.
Instructions
To make these delicious chocolate almond biscuits, start by preheating your oven to 180°C (or 160°C for a fan oven). Then, cream together the butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and mix until fully combined. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, ground almonds and salt in a separate bowl, and then mix this into the butter and sugar mixture until a stiff dough is formed. If using almond extract, add it now. Lastly, add a tablespoon of milk if desired.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the biscuit dough to a thickness of about 0.5cm. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter and place on a greased baking tray. Bake the biscuits in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestion
These chocolate almond biscuits make a delicious snack or dessert, served with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea or coffee. They also make a tasty topping for ice cream or a yummy addition to a cookie tray. They can store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 24 biscuits and each biscuit contains approximately 96 calories. Each biscuit also contains 5.3g of fat, 7.5g of carbohydrates and 1g of protein. The biscuit also contains small amounts of fibre, calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium.
This recipe is a great way to get a few of your five a day while enjoying a delicious treat. The cocoa powder and ground almonds offer a nutritional boost, as they contain antioxidants and minerals such as magnesium and potassium. The butter and sugar in the recipe add sweetness and flavour, but they also contain saturated fat, so it’s best to enjoy these biscuits in moderation.
Tips and Tricks
When making this biscuit recipe, it’s important to use good quality ingredients for the best flavour and texture. Use butter that has been left out of the fridge for a while to ensure it’s soft enough to cream with the sugar. Make sure you use cocoa powder and not hot chocolate powder, as this will give a different flavour and texture. For a richer flavour, add a teaspoon of almond extract. For a softer texture, add a tablespoon of milk.
If the biscuit dough is too sticky to roll out, place it in the fridge for 15 minutes or so to harden. This will make it easier to handle. When rolling out the dough, use a light dusting of flour to prevent it from sticking. Use a sharp knife to cut out the biscuit shapes and remove any excess dough from the sides to ensure they cook evenly.
For a more indulgent twist on the recipe, you can try adding some chopped dark chocolate to the biscuit dough. Alternatively, sprinkle some flaked almonds on top of the biscuits before baking. When the biscuits are cooked, you can also drizzle over some melted white or dark chocolate to make them even more delicious!
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