Lemon Biscuit Recipe
Introduction
Biscuits are a popular snack that can be enjoyed with tea, coffee, or as a quick bite on the go. Lemon biscuits, in particular, have a tart and tangy taste that is sure to tickle your taste buds. This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.Ingredients
To make these delicious lemon biscuits, you will need the following ingredients:- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make your own lemon biscuits:- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, a little at a time, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice until the dough comes together.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the biscuits to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
These lemon biscuits are a delicious treat, but they are also fairly high in calories and sugar. Here is the nutritional information for one biscuit:- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 110mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 2g
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to help you customize this recipe to your liking:- If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice instead.
- You can also substitute the lemon zest with orange or lime zest for a different flavor.
- If you prefer your biscuits to be sweeter, you can increase the amount of sugar in the recipe.
- For a healthier option, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can also add nuts or dried fruits to the dough for some extra texture and flavor.