Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

sieved

1 tsp

Baking powder

0.5 cup

Butter

at room temperature

1 cup

Caster Sugar

0.75 cup

Tutti frutti

5 tbsp

Milk

0.25 cup

Cashew nuts

chopped

0.5 cup

Custard powder

vanilla flavoured

Step 1
~3 min

Sieve all-purpose flour and custard powder into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix well.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped cashew nuts and tutti frutti.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix to combine.

Step 5
~3 min

In another bowl, add butter and caster sugar.

Step 6
~3 min

Cream the butter and sugar well by whisking.

Step 7
~3 min

Add milk and whisk everything together.

Step 8
~3 min

Once well combined, add the flour mixture in batches, ensuring no lumps form.

Step 9
~3 min

Add a little milk if the dough is too dry.

Step 10
~3 min

Roll the dough into rectangular logs or desired shapes.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover with cling wrap and freeze for about 15 minutes or until firm.

Step 12
~3 min

Preheat oven to 180°C.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove the cling wrap from the dough and cut into even-sized biscuits.

Step 14
~3 min

Arrange cookies on a baking sheet with a 1-inch gap between each.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cookies start to darken in color.

Step 16
~3 min

Once cooled completely, store Karachi Biscuits in airtight containers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.

Don't overbake the cookies to keep them soft inside.

Add a pinch of cardamom powder for enhanced flavour.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with hot tea or coffee.

Enjoy as an afternoon snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Masala Chai
Ginger Cardamom Chai

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Popular tea-time snack in India, especially in Karachi bakeries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Snack Time
Festivals

Popularity Score

65/100

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