Tea Biscuits

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These tea biscuits are a quick tea-time treat. Serve warm, buttered, and with jam or honey.

Submitted by Debbie
Updated on September 19, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
20
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 20 servings

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 4 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup shortening

  • ¾ cup milk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.

  2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut shortening in until mixture has a fine crumb texture. Stir in milk with a fork to make a soft dough.

  3. Knead 8 to 10 times, and then roll out to a thickness of at least 1/2 inch. Cut into rounds with a cookie or biscuit cutter. Place on the baking sheet, and allow to rest for a few minutes.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

96 Calories
5g Fat
10g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 20
Calories 96
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 218mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 3%
Calcium 67mg 5%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 27mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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