Introduction

These Chocolate Christmas Biscuits are a festive treat that’s both rich and delightful. Perfect for holiday gatherings, they combine cocoa flavor with a tender crumb and fun decorations to spread cheer.

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Ingredients

270g plain flour
50g cocoa powder
120g icing sugar
150g butter
2 eggs
Melted chocolate or piping icing
Sugar pearls and sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix the plain flour, cocoa powder, icing sugar, and a pinch of salt. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs, then add the eggs and mix to combine.
Step 2: Quickly knead the dough by hand until smooth. Wrap it in foil, press into a flat disc, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan 160°C)/gas mark 4. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 4: Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm thickness. Cut out festive shapes with cookie cutters and place them on the baking sheets, grouping similar sizes together.
Step 5: Bake the biscuits for 7-10 minutes, adjusting the time depending on their size. Remove and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 6: Gather the dough off-cuts, knead them gently, wrap in foil, and chill again for 15 minutes. Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process.
Step 7: Once cooled, decorate your biscuits with melted chocolate or piping icing, and add sugar pearls and sprinkles as desired.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of cinnamon or orange zest to the dry ingredients before mixing.
Use colored icing to create vibrant festive designs on your biscuits.
If you prefer, substitute butter with margarine to make a dairy-free version, although texture may vary slightly.

Storage

Store the decorated biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To keep them crisp, place a slice of bread in the container to absorb moisture. Reheat gently in an oven at low heat if you prefer them warm.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and keep it wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before rolling out and baking.

How do I prevent the biscuits from spreading too much while baking?

Chilling the dough thoroughly before rolling and baking helps keep the shapes crisp. Also, avoid overworking the dough once chilled to maintain the right texture.

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Delightfully rich and festive Chocolate Christmas Biscuits made with cocoa powder and decorated with melted chocolate, icing, sugar pearls, and sprinkles. These easy-to-make biscuits have a smooth, cocoa-infused dough that is perfect for holiday celebrations and cookie exchanges.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: Approximately 30 medium-sized biscuits 1x
Category: Dessert, Snack, Cookie
Method: Baking
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

270g plain flour
50g cocoa powder
120g icing sugar
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

150g butter
2 eggs

Decoration

Melted chocolate or piping icing
Sugar pearls
Sprinkles

Instructions

Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix together the plain flour, cocoa powder, icing sugar, and a pinch of salt. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Then mix in the eggs and knead quickly with your hands to form a smooth dough.
Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in foil and press it into a flat disc. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up and make it easier to roll out.
Preheat oven and prepare the baking sheets: Heat your oven to 180°C (fan 160°C) or gas mark 4. Line a couple of baking sheets with baking parchment to prevent sticking.
Roll and cut biscuit shapes: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 3mm thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out festive shapes, placing similarly sized biscuits together on the baking sheets for even baking.
Bake the biscuits: Bake the biscuits for 7-10 minutes depending on their size until set but not overbaked. Smaller biscuits will take less time, so keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
Reuse and chill leftover dough: Gather the off-cuts, knead them together briefly, and chill again for 15 minutes. Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process as before.
Cool and decorate: Let the biscuits cool completely on a wire rack. Decorate them with melted chocolate or piping icing, and finish with sugar pearls and sprinkles for a festive touch.

Notes

Ensure the dough is well chilled before rolling to prevent sticking and achieve clean cookie shapes.
Rolling the dough to an even thickness helps the biscuits bake uniformly.
Decorate biscuits only when fully cooled to prevent melting the icing or chocolate.
Store biscuits in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
You can substitute butter with a dairy-free alternative for a lactose-free version.

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