Soetkoekies (Cape Malay Spiced Biscuits)
Crisp, buttery biscuits flavoured with cinnamon, ginger and a splash of brandy, a Cape Malay tea time favourite.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.22 a head
- Oven180°C (160°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Beat the butter and sugar together for 3 minutes until pale and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then the brandy.
- 2
Sift in the flour, baking powder, spices and salt. Mix to a soft dough, then wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
30 min - 3
Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line two baking trays with baking paper.
- 4
Roll the dough out to 5 mm thick on a floured surface. Cut into rounds with a 6 cm cutter, re-rolling the scraps.
- 5
Place on the trays and bake for 12 minutes until pale golden and lightly firm.
12 min - 6
Cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack. They crisp up as they cool.
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