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Spiced cheese biscuits

Cheesy biscuits with a satisfying snap-crisp and a touch of spice.

By Jessica Brook
  • Makes 18 biscuits
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This express recipe produces cheesy biscuits with a satisfying snap-crisp and a touch of spice. Try these alongside a creamy soup for a simple supper or impress impromptu guests with your homemade biscuits and dip.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp caraway seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp black sesame seeds
  • ¼ tsp chilli flakes
  • 120 gm (1 cup) coarsely grated vintage cheddar
  • 240 gm (2 cups) coarsely grated smoked cheddar
  • 2 tbsp fine polenta

Method

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 200°C. Line 3 large baking trays with baking paper. Place caraway, cumin, sesame seeds and chilli flakes in a bowl and stir to combine.
  • 2
    Place cheeses and polenta in a bowl and combine well. Add 1 tbsp of the seed mixture (reserve remainder for sprinkling) and stir to combine. Working in batches, spoon 2 tbsp portions of cheese mixture onto prepared trays, leaving enough room for the mixture to spread.
  • 3
    Sprinkle each portion with a little reserved seed mixture. Bake until golden and bubbling (12-15 minutes). Set aside to cool on trays before serving.