Scottish recipe Empire biscuit recipe :) Bake with me!

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Hey guys :)
I hope you're all having a fab day! I'm making traditional empire biscuits today :) You'll find these in EVERY bakery in Scotland...they are a lovely wee biscuit, and very easy to make! Give them a go.
I've listed everything I used down below.
Thanks for stopping by, and until I see you next...take care x
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Makes 12 biscuits (12 tops and 12 bottoms) if you use a 2 & 1/2 inch cutter
I used:
500g Plain/all purpose flour (sifted)
130g Caster sugar
250g butter (room temperature)
1 Large egg (room temperature)
1/2 Teaspoon of salt
To decorate:
200g Icing sugar
2 Tablespoons boiling water
A little vanilla extract
Jelly sweets or glace cherries
Strawberry jam
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@itshaano3599 3 жыл бұрын

To a fellow Scot.. I made these on the weekend and they were absolutely delicious, the best empire biscuits I have ever tasted!!!! If your reading my comment this is your sign to make these 😂 use this recipe!!! ITS AMAZING!!!!

@jeanwinders6101 4 жыл бұрын

My grandmother and sister owned a bakery in Kilmarnock during the great war they gave out their nightly leftovers to rehab homes for injured vets. Every Sat. she baked for our family enough to send home large tins for four separate households. Her Empire biscuits we called "German biscuits" Currently trying to find her recipe for war bread. Love watching your channel and with the pandemic extra time to think of fond family Sunday dinners. Thank you!

@lyndseygreig6424 3 жыл бұрын

We still do call them German biscuits in our family, Jean. These and snowballs were always my favourite. I bet everybody really forward to getting your Grandmother's biscuits 😊

@mariemiller8740 Жыл бұрын

My nanna called them German biscuits to

@Guernica-Green 5 ай бұрын

We called them Belgium biscuits

@qwertasdcfghjklmo24z 2 ай бұрын

Is this exactly what the biscuits looked like even far back as the Great War?

@damienstargemini 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Cheryl. Born in Scotland (Paisley), immigrated to Canada in the late 60s. Now in Canada (Winnipeg). Love your recipes. Mmmmm...

@ChristineThomas333 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lovely videos. I am originally from Glasgow, moved to the states when young, now living in Florida. My mum used to make the most wonderful empire biscuits, takes me back and warms my heart. I don't understand any thumbs down? They must be a wee bit glaikit. :-)

@mariekeehl9079 3 жыл бұрын

Just to let you know, there is a Scottish bakery in Michigan, its called ackroyds and they do deliver. My mom was born in Scotland and thats how I love the meat pies and the black pudding.

@mmanda515 3 жыл бұрын

@@mariekeehl9079 Whaaaat?! Omg, thank you! My dad & his parents also hailed from Glasgow, but came to the states when my dad was like, 5.. As kids, we lived in a 2-flat, in Chicago, that my dad+his dad went in on. They lived doooon-thee-stairs & we lived up the apples & pears, above.. (can't believe I remember that, but as I was typing... was if I heard them saying doooon... idk. lol) Was great because we could have such a good, close relationship w/ my grandparents, they could be near in case of emergency (both my parents were teachers) + never hurts having trustworthy babysitters right there.. AND.... it was just a great experience I remember; even tho I was really quite young. Nana made lots of things for us.. (some, sadly... i don't even know the names of, but can picture. She passed when I was just 9, morning after Christmas... & Papa, that following August) One of the many delicious treats, definitely was = Empire Biscuits. She only made them w/ a halved maraschino (or glace?) cherry on top & the icing ever so slightly looser using milk, so it'd start dripping down the sides before setting. Could be wrong, but think she used Raspberry Preserves inside too? Perhaps it was strawberry, idk... just remember the teeny seeds being in there, getting stuck in our teeth. lol Am definitely going to have to give this recipe a go.. (& many more I've found on her great channel) Will also definitely have to go check out that online bakery w/ delivery. Whooooo-eeeee, I'm gonna be in trouble.. $$$$$$ Meat pies HERE I COME!!! Hope they are nearly as good as I remember. Almost don't want to get them, just in case it ruins the memory of.... what if I don't like 'em anymore. =/ lol I know, prob impossible. WILL be sure to leave that black pudding... ALLLLL for you, tho! ;) Anyway, stay safe & be well.

@juliamaraba7335 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou

@kittenrants 5 ай бұрын

My partners favourite biscuits! Going to use this recipe for valentine's day! Thank you doll

@Feynmansmentor 3 жыл бұрын

English but grandparents from Forfar so I grew up eating these things and finding this channel was the best thing I did this year!!!!

@galeroossien9748 3 жыл бұрын

Great recipes. I’m Canadian ( Scottish mother from Glasgow). Now living in aruba. I miss all the Scottish foods so now I’m making my iown. Thank you

@johnmcmicking395 4 жыл бұрын

My Father always called these "Lewis Drums" because the decoratively scalloped edges around the biscuits reminded him of the drum-shaped ammunition magazines of the Lewis machine guns that were often mounted on Sopwith Camels....

@fionasutherland2475 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve made these about three times now and they are brilliant. Much better than any other recipe I’ve tried for empire biscuits so thank you 🤗

@dougmcg5414 3 жыл бұрын

My late wife loved them, we used to go to Scotland from Oman on my leave , she was English x

@susanneelstone8000 6 ай бұрын

I’ve just made these for my friend and her daughter for Christmas so thanks for the recipe I’ll also be making some for myself 😋😋😋

@fionasaunders7646 8 ай бұрын

Hooray empire biscuits, yummy ! We are watching from Zimbabwe .

@GSER44 10 ай бұрын

I am in S Wales, and have just returned from touring Scotland in my Camper van , its the second tour I have done, I love Scottish food and have just made fly pie for the first time today! The plot twist is I am a long time vegan so i adapt the recipe`s ! My partner however is not a Vegan and as a real taste for Buttries and Scotch pies and all things beefy, he lived in Frazerburgh in Aberdeen for several years . His 101 year old Grandad still lives there and he eats a lot of the fresh caught fish. Thank you so much I am loving this channel so straightfoward and soothing.

@andyhughes5885 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a packet of 4 yesterday, before i watched your video today and i still have 2 left which, i`ll have a with a cuppa tea in a wee while. I`ve sent your recipe to a friend in West Virginia. Scottish through and through here. Born in Renfrew, now in Paisley but, lived all over the place.

@jamiwalker8354 5 жыл бұрын

You are so delightful to watch. My best friend and I are planning a trip to Scotland for 2 weeks and I am SO excited about the food and the country and meeting people there. Watching and listening to you just makes me more excited. So glad I found you!

@NJSMKMMS 4 жыл бұрын

ha ha the Kenwood Chef, they are the workhorse of Aussie kitchens too. I inherited my Nannies Kenwood plus a multitude of attachments when she moved in with my parents. Not sure what age it is but it's but it's has a glass bowl and has had so much use in it's life. My Nannie even used to make bread with it. I remember it almost walking it's way off her kitchen table, making bread, lots of times. LOL Good thing is it's still going strong. TFS Cheryl.

@ajlhollis6699 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Loved watching you make these childhood favourites. Can’t wait to make these.

@frankdingle9920 4 жыл бұрын

We're from Australia. Moving over to Scotland in 18 months. I have been watching your videos for 2 months now. Love your cooking. Straight forward simple and delicious

@BrownEyedGirl14 4 жыл бұрын

I've literally just made these following your recipe exactly. I love these and by far these ones came out the best compared to other recipes I've tried over the years. Thank you so much!

@qwertasdcfghjklmo24z 2 ай бұрын

Made these today. I used raspberry jam in the middle and smarties to decorate. These are delicious!

@synnvekjerstad5705 3 жыл бұрын

Im from Norway and love your baking.

@maggiedonaldson8432 2 жыл бұрын

Ah! My Auntie Belle used to make the BEST Empire Biscuits. Thin and crumbly and short. Thank you for a memory of childhood visits to Govan in the 1960s.

@keenan1972 3 жыл бұрын

My nanna used to make us them when i was a kid thats 50 years ago i used to love my visit to her house for the home made treats she would make for us. Happy memories ...

@rosieo6432 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, my! I don't think I would be able to stop eating those! Delicious! Thumbs up xx

@gordonduncan1 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and I’m absolutely addicted. As a Scot living in Hong Kong, it great to find authentic recipes and a lovely Scottish voice. Great work and keep it coming. Btw the English subtitles are hilarious!

@margaretdevries8090 4 жыл бұрын

I was so sad when they stopped selling Royal Scots biscuits ! Easy empire biscuits, but so happy to see this recipe !! Really happy ! South Carolina here ! My daughter gets Scottish stuff of Amazon !

@kitzcat 4 жыл бұрын

Margaret deVries - I'm from South Carolina, too! I'm more Irish than Scottish, but I've always wanted to visit both countries.

@w11granny72 4 жыл бұрын

I used to make these with Royal Scot biscuits too. Jam in the middle a bit of icing sugar and a sprinkling of dessicated coconut and half a glace cherry on top.

@madelinehackett5987 3 жыл бұрын

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@MarkBrennan 2 жыл бұрын

Royal Scot were my favourite biscuit growing up in the 60s & 70s. I wish there was a recipe for them.

@margaretdevries8090 2 жыл бұрын

Mark this recipe tastes close to royal Scott, when still warm sprinkle with a little castor sugar for really nice biscuits …

@disposableproduction 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you tremedously for this recipe! My mother used to bake these around Christmas, and with whats going on in the world I thought I would make these for my family as a a nice surprise. I search around a lot on youtube for a recipe and none seemed like the ones my mom used to make until I found yours!

@kennethoblenesjr8493 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite jams also. 👍🎅🏻

@TCBfan62 8 ай бұрын

They look delicious Cheryl.

@zoemccreadie7856 3 жыл бұрын

I actually loved this video!! Your proper Scottish words, amazing!! Thanks for sharing your talent xxx

@edwardarruda7215 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! My scottish mom baked these when I was a "wee lad"

@blaizefm 6 ай бұрын

Just making these now with my daughter - happy Christmas!

@spiritscorner 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you from Ontario, Canada. I am going make these for my sister and surprise her with them. They are her favorite!

@sayurikitamura7109 5 жыл бұрын

Super sweeeeet! 😘 Finally I know what an empire biscuit is😂 uhhh they look fabulous in the end!

@saxonwillow 4 жыл бұрын

My Hubby and I are from Scotland and live in England, we travel home once a year and love Empire biscuits! Thank you so much for the recipe! I’ll be treating my English neighbours to some! ❤️👍

@elizabethclementson3323 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I’m a new viewer from Michigan in the USA. My husband is from England but tells me Scotland is his favorite place! I’ve been enjoying all your recipes and will be making some this winter for my husband and I. Thank you so much for making the direction’s simple to follow. 😊

@sandramullen7804 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely and well explained. I lost my mums recipe years ago. And been looking for another traditional Scottish one.. So thank you. Will be making them tomorrow. 💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@JockGit64 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! My Gran always had a load of these in a tin for visitors, I used to love them but never got the recipe, I'll be making these soon. Thank you again.

@margaretstannard5586 5 жыл бұрын

You are a lovely cook 👍just love every think you make❤️💕💕💕

@ashleighjaimaosborne3966 3 жыл бұрын

The best jam imo! Thank you for the recipe, I adore empire biscuits. 😊🇨🇦

@sheilaperl4155 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Empire Biscuits, love them!

@TallyNat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for always sharing your lovely recipes and meal preps I love you accent too 😊🙏x

@kimbunyan576 4 жыл бұрын

Love this! Love hearing a Scottish accent on here!!💙They look amazing and I’ll definitely be trying this out this week!

@brettarcher8270 2 жыл бұрын

In Australia we have grown up with biscuits very similar called "Kiss Biscuits ". Our mothers made them,our grandmothers made them,our great grandmothers made them. Custard Powder is usually added to the dry ingredients. The jam is usually raspberry or strawberry. The top of the biscuits are iced the same but entirely to the edge, plain white or pink,then dipped in hundreds and thousands. 😋😋😋

@luvuforeverjames 8 ай бұрын

I'm english and we always used the term 'skewiff' to describe something offcentre or wonky 😊 still a word I use today.

@bramcorvus2198 5 жыл бұрын

What a simple recipe! I havent heard of these, perhaps because I live in the States. I cant wait to try this recipe out! :)

@mmanda515 3 жыл бұрын

My nana made these ALL the time when we were kids. Probably been a good 20+ years since I've had one... & yet, watching... it's as if I can actually taste 'em! :) Will DEFINITELY have to give them a go.. Nom nom. Binging on all your videos, lol..... so, big thanks for sharing! ~ Stay safe & be well.

@juliadumains8854 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this recipe Cheryl!!! The imperial biscuits turned out so delicious and it is so easy to make them!!!! I have really enjoyed making and eating them.

@OzLeedsCrew 3 жыл бұрын

Came for the recipe, stayed for the accent. You're a darling. Making these 2moro. Stay safe

@elainemctavish7599 5 жыл бұрын

These look delicious going to have a bash at making them thank you for sharing x

@masuganut2082 5 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! I subscribed!! Not only could I listen to your lovely voice all day but I love your channel name and love your videos! I wish this video had been up during my daughter’s Merida from the Brave movie obsession! But (when the weather cools) I will be making this for my daughter and I to have a tea party!!! I can’t wait!! Thank you so much! Love this! ❤️❤️

@moyann46 2 жыл бұрын

I am origianally from Kilmarnock., but have been in Niagara Fallls ontario for over 40 years . But still call Kilmarnock home. I love listening to your Ayrshire accent, I love the presentation of your recipes. You make it so simple and understandable. I was wondering where your from. My guess is somewhere on the coast. Keep up the good work , you are a wee breath of home......

@missmargiepants 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I’ve never seen one for empire biscuits before. Definitely making them topped off with a wee joob joob.

@donnaforsyth6818 3 жыл бұрын

Your amazing. And love your excellent very detailed instructions. Thank you. Keep posting recipes please

@kimlennon5723 11 ай бұрын

I’m making these today! Thanks 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙌🏻

@Auntydaren 5 жыл бұрын

Great video love empire biscuits 👍

@brianathompson1012 4 жыл бұрын

These look great! Nice video, thanks for the recipe 😊

@barbaracormack3198 4 жыл бұрын

I made these my first time at making empire biscuits they were delicious will make them again. Thank you

@elsalisa146 5 жыл бұрын

Empire biscuits are my favorite. Thanks for the great recipe.

@WhatsForTea 5 жыл бұрын

You're more than welcome :) thanks for watching

@ardtoegirl 4 жыл бұрын

Hi from NYC! Just followed your recipe and OMG - soooo good. Reminded me of living in Scotland. Thank you! Now to try some of your other goodies!

@nicolechevalier2566 5 жыл бұрын

These look sooo delish!!!!! Iam gonna make soon !

@KalLatif 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, they are looking so very yummy , thank you 😊

@millercreativestrategiesll8863 2 жыл бұрын

Your wonderful Scottish accent is so warm and wonderful

@e.linconc1021 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this recipe..my very favourite.

@gamingfun3215 4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for your recipe I made them this afternoon and they are fantastic . Very tasty . It is the first time I have had a success making biscuits . Look forward to watching your future tutorials .

@INTUITIVENORSK2303 Жыл бұрын

I should also add, i like how you place a real emphasis on high quality ingredients, because as a long time baker myself, good ingredients are the real make or break and do make all the difference, both in taste, texture and even finished look.

@jackie-bw7lq 5 жыл бұрын

These look delicious, thank you.

@denisedubois5127 12 күн бұрын

Loved empire biscs at greggs Bakery un glasgow. Thanks so much for this recipe Im definately trying it. I rember jelly tots❤😊 thank You so much❤

@ewanp 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, Goodfellows Empire biscuits! Im going to have to make these

@JadeJustineTowse 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting! I'm originally from County Durham (not quite Scotland but almost ;) ) and I've been craving some of these. Can't get any where I now live on the other side of the world! Will definitely make these ❤️ Really appreciated the images too at the end 😊

@Kaspleen 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first video of empire biscuits that I have seen, and I am very glad that I did as it has introduced me to your lovely channel! Thank you very much for the video and your channel, as well as for all of the hard work that you put into making it. Thank you

@WhatsForTea 4 жыл бұрын

Well thank you very much, that’s lovely to hear 😊 thanks for watching

@elenaescocia2479 Жыл бұрын

My favourite! 😍

@carolpowers4077 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, these look so yummy!

@pamreedie9030 3 жыл бұрын

Just discovered you and love the recipes. I am a Scot and have lived in Ontario Canada for years.Your lovely voice reminds me of home.🥰

@janethughes5564 5 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos xx

@patriciaharrison 4 жыл бұрын

Will love 💓 to make these soon!!

@kathleenhardwick7650 3 жыл бұрын

Going to make these for a Baby Shower!! Thank you.

@SparklyPrincessLynnette 5 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely one of my favourite biscuits. A lady in our Glasgow office cafe sells them think she buys them locally but they are amazing and huge and I always buy one xxx

@WhatsForTea 5 жыл бұрын

How strange :) A woman in my other halfs office also comes round with these! :) He works in Glasgow too :D

@SparklyPrincessLynnette 5 жыл бұрын

What's For Tea? Wonder if they are from the same woman they are amazing and massive x

@WhatsForTea 5 жыл бұрын

@@SparklyPrincessLynnette Just checked with him...he said they come from Mcghee's bakery :)

@SparklyPrincessLynnette 5 жыл бұрын

What's For Tea? That’s it! The guys in the office told me that. I thought she baked them and they said no they are from McGhees they are massive! I’m not local so don’t know where mcGhees is but they are massive and so are the tray bakes she sells x

@sharonriley8272 5 жыл бұрын

Really looks good you are so clever thanks x

@ArtsyAries23 4 жыл бұрын

You are a wonderful lady to watch and I love your accent. You help me get in touch with my Scottish side as well. I have learned to cook mostly like my mom and her first nation's family, with plenty of slow-roasted meats, corn, and other veggies with much bolder spicier tasting things. But your videos have helped me come up with stuff for my Scottish Irish dad and his preferred taste for things. My parents are getting older and it's nice to find things to make that they enjoy. Thanks for your videos. :) I appreciate your channel.

@WhatsForTea 4 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you :) you're more thank welcome, thanks for watching!

@robertgoh7420 2 жыл бұрын

@@WhatsForTea I use Salted butter all the time.

@ebonyighodaro 5 жыл бұрын

This looks so yummy 😍

@terencestewart1259 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cheryl for all your posts. As a kid in Scotland I remember buying Coffee Buns from the bakery. They were actually a soft biscuit with raisins and golden in colour. Despite the name I do not think that coffee was in the ingredients. Since emigrating to Canada I have tried many different types of cookies but never found one that had the same taste as a Coffee Bun. I am hoping you have a recipe for these and are able to post a video on how to bake them.

@sandramullen7804 4 жыл бұрын

Made these last week with your recipe Cheryl , they were delicious, with a nice strong cuppa ☕mmm. Probably ate tooooo many myself. 😋😋😋😋😂😂😂😂😂Can't beat it..

@lindsaysmith4926 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm going to make these for my little girl! Xx

@suzita4019 4 жыл бұрын

Delicious. Going to make this sometime. Thank you

@INTUITIVENORSK2303 Жыл бұрын

Hi Cheryl, Such a wonderful & traditionally Scottish recipe & beautiful looking biscuits you've baked there! They look so visually appealing. In our community, we too, have been baking a very similar biscuit for many generations, albeit, they're not exactly identical. Ie: Different size, varying flavours added, etc;. This reminds me, that when we're in Scotland, we'll definitely have to try these out in varying bakeries across the country, then work out which makes the best ones! haha Thanks for sharing with your viewers, keep sharing your wonderful recipes & take care. x

@lw7240 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic x 😋

@majesticjavelin9393 10 ай бұрын

I've just come across your channel while looking for Empire Biscuit recipe. I have to say your instructions are clear and kind voice is delightful. I'll check out some more of your videos. Enjoy a sub from me

@racheldonald2473 4 жыл бұрын

I followed your recipe and they turned out ,amazing! And were soo tasty I’m making more tomorrow since me and the family have already ate through them all😂, thank you for sharing this💕

@robbymann5839 3 ай бұрын

Amazing ❤

@suerichardson2690 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely

@janetpyle6973 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I’m Janet from Kamloops British Columbia I’m so happy to have found you . I’ve tried a few of your recipes already First rate 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@patacake4997 4 жыл бұрын

These look so proffessional and very tasty.

@heatherinsf 4 жыл бұрын

I’m going to try these! I had my first one at the Wee Teahouse of Glenshee last year

@teresahopemiller6560 4 жыл бұрын

OMG these are almost like Lintzertortes .My husband would love these!

@Jumpinjackflas 2 жыл бұрын

Love yer recipes I made the sausage roll it was epic Lass. Keep up the good work 😉

@gladysmcconnell6822 2 жыл бұрын

I know these biscuits as German biscuits! I live in Northern Ireland. Enjoy your recipes

@jowalby3502 5 жыл бұрын

Oh my I could virtually taste them lol ,these are my sons favourite and my dads ,you can also use icing sugar instead of castor sugar in the biscuit as I found out after promising to make them for my son then realised I had no castor sugar lol xxx