These classic Empire Biscuits are a beloved treat, especially throughout Scotland, where they remain a nostalgic favourite. Delicate, lightly crisp biscuit rounds are sandwiched together with sweet raspberry jam, topped with a smooth icing glaze, and finished with a bright candied cherry—simple, elegant, and perfect alongside a hot cup of tea. The dough is easy to work with, and the biscuits bake into beautifully pale, tender rounds that hold their shape well. Once assembled, they offer the perfect balance of buttery biscuit, fruity jam, and sweet icing. A timeless recipe you’ll want to keep forever.
Prep Time: 20 minutes 🕒 | Cook Time: 15–20 minutes 🍳 | Total Time: 40–45 minutes ⏳ | Servings: 18–24 biscuits (9–12 sandwiches) 🍴 | Kcal: 220 per biscuit sandwich 🧮
Ingredients
- 8 oz butter
- 3 oz sugar
- 1 egg
- 16 oz (3 cups) plain flour
- 8 oz icing sugar
- Candied/Glacé cherries, halved
- Raspberry jam for filling
