Makes around 30 biscuits
300g butter, softened
140g golden caster sugar plus a few tsp for sprinkling
300g plain flour
140g rice flour
– In a food processor place the butter and sugar and blend until smooth.
– Add both of the flours and a pinch of salt. Whizz until it’s all mixed.
– Turn the mixture out onto a sheet of clingfilm and shape into a roll.
– Wrap it in the clingfilm and put it in the fridge for at least half an hour and up to 2 days.
– Heat the oven to Gas Mark 4 and line 3 baking sheets with greaseproof paper.
– Take the roll out of the fridge and slice into rounds. If the mix isn’t keeping it’s shape use your fingers to smooth out any bumps and if necessary roll a ball the size of a small walnut then press down with the heel of your hand to flatten it into a biscuit.
– Place the trays in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. Rotating the trays to ensure even cooking after about 15 minutes. If necessary cook in two batches.*
– Remove from the oven and leave on the trays for about 10 minutes to firm up, then place in a tin to keep. Best eaten slightly warm!
*I find an upturned roasting or bread tin in the bottom of the oven makes an excellent third shelf when baking, just give the tray on this level a little longer.
Anna in the kitchen 