Name: Crunchy Malai Biscuits: An Easy Indian Tea Biscuit Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 350 gm All-Purpose Flour (maida); 200 gm Sugar (powdered); 0.5 tsp Baking Powder; 1 tsp Nigella Seeds (kalonji, or onion seeds); 75 gm Butter (cold, cubed, salted); 2 tbsp Cream (cream, thickened cream; can substitute with heavy cream); 1 tsp Milk (as needed to bring dough together); 1/2 tsp Salt (for the kadai)

Crunchy Malai Biscuits: An Easy Indian Tea Biscuit Recipe

30 minutes

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About Crunchy Malai Biscuits: An Easy Indian Tea Biscuit Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible crunch of these homemade Malai Biscuits! This easy recipe combines the richness of creamy malai with the delightful crunch of perfectly baked biscuits, creating a treat perfect for your afternoon tea or coffee.

These melt-in-your-mouth biscuits are surprisingly simple to make, using readily available ingredients. The subtle spice of onion seeds adds a unique flavor dimension, making them a delightful alternative to traditional biscuits.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe guarantees delicious results that will impress family and friends. Get ready for a delightful crunchy experience!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook20

Total30

Calories259 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteCrunchy Salty Savoury Sweet

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

▢ 350 gm All-Purpose Flour maida
▢ 200 gm Sugar powdered
▢ 0.5 tsp Baking Powder
▢ 1 tsp Nigella Seeds kalonji, or onion seeds

Wet Ingredients

▢ 75 gm Butter cold, cubed, salted
▢ 2 tbsp Cream cream, thickened cream; can substitute with heavy cream
▢ 1 tsp Milk as needed to bring dough together
▢ 1/2 tsp Salt for the kadai

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough

Sift together the flour, powdered sugar, and baking powder in a large bowl. Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the nigella seeds. Gradually add the malai, mixing until a soft dough forms. Add a teaspoon of milk if needed to bring the dough together.

Preheat & Prepare Baking Surface

Place 2 cups of salt in a heavy-bottomed kadai (wok) and place a heatproof stand inside. Heat the kadai over high heat to preheat. Lightly grease a plate or baking sheet.

Shape & Bake the Biscuits

Roll the dough into small balls. Flatten each ball slightly to create a biscuit shape or make any shape you prefer. Place the biscuits on the prepared plate. Once the kadai is hot, carefully place the plate with biscuits inside the preheated kadai, ensuring the plate rests firmly on the stand above the salt. Cover the kadai and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through. Check after 15 minutes; reduce the heat if needed.

Cool & Store

Remove the biscuits from the kadai and let them cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for Perfect Crunchy Malai Biscuits

Use cold butter for a flakier texture.
Don't overmix the dough; overmixing can result in tough biscuits.
If you don't have a kadai, you can bake these biscuits in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cardamom powder to the dough.