Cumin Biscuits (Zeera Biscuits)

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190 g)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g)
• ¼ cup powdered sugar (30 g)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cumin seeds (slightly toasted)
• 2–3 tbsp milk (as needed for binding)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

• Toast the cumin seeds lightly in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes until aromatic. Let them cool.
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Make the Dough:

1. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the toasted cumin seeds and mix gently.
4. Gradually add milk (1 tablespoon at a time) and knead into a soft dough. Do not over-knead.

3. Shape the Biscuits:

• Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness on a floured surface.
• Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut out shapes as desired.
• Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.

4. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
• Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

5. Serve:

• Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee! Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutritional Values (per biscuit):

• Calories: ~80-90 kcal
• Protein: ~1 gram
• Carbohydrates: ~9 grams
  • Sugar: ~1 gram
  • Fiber: ~0.5 grams
• Fat: ~5 grams
  • Saturated Fat: ~3 grams
• Sodium: ~80 mg (from salt and baking powder)
• Calcium: ~10-15 mg
• Iron: ~0.3 mg