These fork biscuits are light, buttery, and incredibly easy to make! A classic recipe that’s been enjoyed for years, these biscuits have a crisp texture with a soft, crumbly bite. Perfect with a cup of tea, they can also be customised with chocolate or citrus flavours.
Ingredients Needed:
- 100g (4oz) butter, softened
- 50g (2oz) caster sugar
- 150g (5oz) self-raising flour
How To Make Fork Biscuits:
- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Lightly butter two baking trays to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until soft. Gradually beat in the caster sugar, then mix in the self-raising flour. Bring everything together with your hands to form a soft dough.
- Shape the Biscuits: Divide the dough into 16 balls (each about the size of a walnut) and place them well apart on the prepared baking trays. Dip a fork in a little water and gently press down on each biscuit to flatten.
- Bake Until Golden: Place in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until very pale golden. Remove from the baking tray and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Serve & Enjoy: Once cooled, these biscuits are ready to enjoy with tea or coffee!
Recipe Variations
- Lemon Fork Biscuits: Mix in the zest of 1 small lemon for a bright, tangy twist. Bake at 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4 for 15–20 minutes until pale golden.
- Orange Fork Biscuits: Add the zest of 1 small orange when mixing in the sugar for a light, citrusy flavour. Bake at 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4 for 15–20 minutes until pale golden.
- Chocolate Fork Biscuits: Swap 30g (1oz) self-raising flour for 15g (½oz) cocoa powder to give these biscuits a rich, chocolatey taste. Bake until lightly browned.
Recipe Tips
- For a Crispier Texture: Bake on the longer side (closer to 20 minutes) for a firmer bite.
- Dipping the Fork in Water: This helps prevent the dough from sticking when flattening the biscuits.
How To Store & Freeze
In the Cupboard: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
In the Freezer: Freeze the unbaked dough balls in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding an extra 2–3 minutes to the baking time.
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Mary Berry Fork Biscuits
Description
These fork biscuits are simple, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! With just three ingredients, they are quick to make and perfect with a cup of tea. The dough comes together in minutes, and a quick press with a fork gives them their classic look. Bake a batch today for an easy homemade treat!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Lightly butter two baking trays to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until soft. Gradually beat in the caster sugar, then mix in the self-raising flour. Bring everything together with your hands to form a soft dough.
- Shape the Biscuits: Divide the dough into 16 balls (each about the size of a walnut) and place them well apart on the prepared baking trays. Dip a fork in a little water and gently press down on each biscuit to flatten.
- Bake Until Golden: Place in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until very pale golden. Remove from the baking tray and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Serve & Enjoy: Once cooled, these biscuits are ready to enjoy with tea or coffee!