Delicious Homemade Cumin Cookies Recipe for Tea Time

Enjoying Tea with Cumin Cookies

Tea time is often enhanced by the addition of a delightful snack, and in many Indian homes, cumin biscuits, also known as *jeera* cookies, are a beloved choice.

These cookies are cherished for their subtly salty, crunchy texture and the aromatic flavor of roasted cumin. The good news is that you can easily whip them up in your own kitchen. Here’s how to prepare these tasty cumin cookies.

Cumin Biscuit Recipe

Total Time: 50 mins
Preparation Time: 30 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins
Course: Snacks
Calories:
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: Others

Ingredients Needed:
1 cup all-purpose flour (or wheat flour)
1/2 cup butter
2 to 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1.5 tablespoons cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps to Make Cumin Biscuits

Begin by lightly roasting the cumin seeds in a pan over low heat for 1-2 minutes until they emit a fragrant aroma. Be careful not to burn them; a light roast is sufficient.

Next, crush half of the roasted cumin seeds gently with a rolling pin, leaving the rest whole.

In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and powdered sugar. Whip this mixture with a whisk or beater for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes light and creamy.

Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and the crushed cumin seeds to the bowl. Mix everything gently and incorporate 1-2 tablespoons of cold milk to create a soft dough. Remember, this dough should not be kneaded like traditional roti dough; just bring it together.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

After chilling, roll out the dough on a sheet of butter paper to a thickness of 1/4 inch and cut out cookies using a cookie cutter or a round lid.

Sprinkle some whole roasted cumin on top of the cookies and press down lightly. Bake them in a preheated oven at 170°C for 15-18 minutes.

Once baked, allow the cookies to cool completely. Your homemade cumin cookies are now ready to be enjoyed!

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