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Fluffy Easter Biscuits with Currants and Citrus Zest

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These fluffy Easter biscuits combine a light-as-air texture with bright citrus zest and sweet bursts of currants, making them perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup (240ml) cream or buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup (75g) dried currants
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • Zest of 1 medium orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream (or buttermilk), egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the dried currants gently, ensuring they remain plump and evenly distributed.
  7. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a ¾-inch (2 cm) thick rectangle.
  8. Use a floured biscuit cutter or glass (about 2 ½ inches / 6 cm diameter) to cut out rounds, pressing straight down without twisting.
  9. Place the biscuits about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Transfer the biscuits to a cooling rack and serve warm.

Notes

Keep butter and cream cold until mixing to ensure fluffiness. Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits. If dough is sticky, chill for 10 minutes before cutting. Use fresh citrus zest for best flavor. Press biscuit cutter straight down without twisting for even rise.

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Keywords: Easter biscuits, currants, citrus zest, fluffy biscuits, holiday baking, easy biscuits, spring brunch

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