These biscuits also freeze okay but benefit from putting back in the oven afterwards to crisp up. 

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Ingredients

  • 4oz/110g butter (or vegan margarine)
  • 2oz/55g caster sugar
  • 4oz/110g plain flour (a mix of white and wholemeal works well)
  • 2oz/55g ground hazelnuts
  • A few whole roasted hazelnuts for decoration

        Method

        1. Cream together the butter/margarine and sugar.
        2. Stir in the flour and ground hazelnuts.
        3. Knead lightly and roll onto a lightly floured surface.
        4. Cut with a 2” round cutter or whatever shape takes your fancy and place on a baking tray.
        5. Decorate each one with half a roasted hazelnut.
        6. Cook at 170°C/325°F/gas mark 3 for 10–12 minutes.
        7. Remove with a palette knife and leave to cool.

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        Recipe details

        Serves: Makes about 30

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