Longbeach Mall CookBook 2025

BUTTERSCOTCH BISCUITS JOANNE NADLER

While the specific origins of butterscotch biscuits in South Africa are not clear, their presence is a testament to the blending of British culinary influences with local baking traditions, resulting in a beloved and enduring treat.

SERVINGS 48

TIME PREP 15MIN CHILL 2 HOURS BAKE 15MIN

METHOD OVEN: 180 °C

The butterescotch flavour often evokes a sense of nostalgia, reminding people of homemade treats and comforting childhood memories.

method STEP 1

INGREDIENTS

Preheat oven and cream butter and sugar until light and creamy.

Butter

250g

Yellow/caramel sugar

375g

STEP 2 Add eggs and beat well. STEP 3 Sift flour and bicarbonate of soda together and add. Mix well.

Eggs

3

Cake flour

900ml

Bicarbonate of soda

5ml

STEP 4

Add vanilla essence and cashew nuts; mix in. Divide dough into four long sausages, dust with flour and wrap individually in cling wrap.

Unsalted cashew nuts, finely chopped

125g

STEP 5

Vanilla essence

5ml

STEP 6

Chill in fridge for 1 hour, then slice into rounds and place on baking tray.

STEP 7

Bake 10 – 15 minutes until golden; cool and store in airtight container.

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