These melting moments are classic old-fashioned biscuits with a soft, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. Lightly coated in oats for a delicate crunch and optionally topped with glacé cherries, they’re simple to make and perfect with a cup of tea.
Ingredients Needed:
- 225g (8oz) butter, softened
- 175g (6oz) golden caster sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- A few drops of vanilla extract
- 275g (10oz) self-raising flour
- 50g (2oz) porridge oats
- 9 red or natural glacé cherries, quartered (optional)
How To Make Melting Moments:
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 190°C/fan 170°C/gas 5. Line two baking trays with non-stick baking parchment.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and flour until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Biscuits: Divide the dough into 36 small portions. Roll each piece into a ball, then coat in the porridge oats. Slightly flatten each biscuit and, if using, place a quarter of a glacé cherry on top.
- Bake Until Golden: Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking trays, spacing them apart. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the biscuits cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Tips
- For a Softer Texture: Bake for slightly less time if you prefer a more tender biscuit.
- No Glacé Cherries? Leave them out or replace them with a sprinkle of sugar before baking.
- Extra Flavour: Swap vanilla extract for almond extract for a nutty twist.
How To Store & Freeze
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the Freezer: Freeze unbaked dough balls in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to the baking time.
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Mary Berry Melting Moments
Description
These Melting Moments biscuits are a classic UK treat—soft, buttery, and crumbly with a light oat coating. They melt in your mouth and pair perfectly with tea. Topped with a glacé cherry for a traditional touch, they’re quick, easy, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 190°C/fan 170°C/gas 5. Line two baking trays with non-stick baking parchment.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and flour until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Biscuits: Divide the dough into 36 small portions. Roll each piece into a ball, then coat in the porridge oats. Slightly flatten each biscuit and, if using, place a quarter of a glacé cherry on top.
- Bake Until Golden: Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking trays, spacing them apart. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the biscuits cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Mary Berry Melting Moments