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A close-up of a perfectly baked Coronation Biscuit.

Coronation Biscuit Recipe

Coronation Biscuits are a delightful British treat, perfect for tea time or snacking. These biscuits are made with a buttery and crumbly shortbread base, topped with a layer of sweet apricot jam, and finished with a royal icing glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 463 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking parchment or a non-stick baking mat
  • 2 flat baking sheets
  • Wire cooling tray
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Mixing Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 11/2 Cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 Cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 Cup caster sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 tbsp teaspoon curry powder
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix biscuit ingredients, roll, and bake until golden.
    A close-up view of Coronation Biscuits, showcasing their golden-brown texture.
  • Blend apricots, chutney, curry, mayo, yogurt, lemon.
    A close-up of Coronation Cookies, highlighting their intricate design.
  • Spread filling on biscuits, create sandwich cookies.
    A close-up of Crown Biscuits, showcasing their intricate crown-shaped design.

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Notes

  1. Butter: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming with sugar. Using unsalted butter allows you to control the salt content better.
  2. Mixing: When mixing the dough, be careful not to overmix once you add the flour. Overmixing can lead to tougher cookies.
  3. Variations: Feel free to customize your coronation biscuits by adding other ingredients like chopped dried apricots, dried cherries, or different nuts, such as pistachios or walnuts.
  4. Chilling: Chilling the dough before slicing and baking helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
  5. Slicing: Use a sharp knife to slice the dough evenly. If you prefer thicker biscuits, cut thicker slices, but keep in mind that the baking time may need to be adjusted accordingly.
  6. Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the cookies while they're in the oven. They should be lightly golden around the edges when done. Baking times can vary depending on your oven, so check them after 12 minutes and adjust if needed.
  7. Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container. This helps them firm up and develop the right texture.
  8. Storing: Coronation biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
  9. Calorie Count: The calorie count provided is an estimate for the entire batch of cookies. To determine the calorie count per cookie, you can divide the total estimated calories by the number of cookies you make.
  10. Serve with Tea: Coronation biscuits are traditionally enjoyed with a cup of tea, so brew your favorite tea to accompany them.
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