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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This was known as the traditional bridal cake for Scotland. But have used it as our Christmas Biscuit recipe for as long as I can remember. One of my Dad's favourites Ingredients:
9 ounces plain flour |
3 ounces caster sugar |
6 ounces butter |
Directions:
1. Mix flour and sugar in a bowl, rub in butter.
2. Knead well to form a smooth paste.
3. Divide into two equal parts, shape and flatten into 2 x 7 rounds, approximately 1/2 thick.
4. Mark top into portions, decorate edges and prick with a fork.
5. Place on a greased baking tray.
6. Bake for 30 mins at 160c, 325F Gas mark 3 or until pale and golden.
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