My lovely cousin over at Love Dove first gave me a bunch of these two Christmases ago, and they are perhaps the most delicious biscuit you will ever eat. Simple to make (as they do not require rolling out) why not make a batch and take them to a friend?
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 3/4 cup caster sugar
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Directions
- Using the paddle attachment on your electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add milk and vanilla and beat until just combined.
- With mixer on low, gradually add the flour, salt, cranberries and pistachios. Continue beating until fully combined.
- Turn dough out onto a clean work surface and divide into 2 equal pieces. Shape each piece into an 8 inch log, about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate until firm (about 2 hours).
- Preheat oven to 190˚C Using a sharp knife, cut logs into 1/4 inch thick slices. Transfer to parchment-lined baking tray about 1 1/2 inches apart. Bake until edges are golden, 12-14 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
