How long can I store the biscuits?

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Can I substitute the butter with oil?

Yes, you can use an equal amount of coconut oil for a different flavor profile.

Is it possible to make these biscuits gluten-free?

Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for best results.

Can I omit the honey glaze?

Certainly, but the glaze adds a lovely sweetness and sheen.

What's the best way to reheat the biscuits?

Gently warm them in a low oven for a few minutes to refresh their texture.

Tunisian Turmeric and Anise Biscuits with Honey Glaze

Name: Tunisian Turmeric and Anise Biscuits with Honey Glaze
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 24 biscuits
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Ground turmeric; Anise seeds, ground; Sugar; Unsalted butter, softened; Whole milk; Egg; Baking powder; Salt; Honey; Water; Lemon juice

Fragrant and golden biscuits with a sweet touch

These delightful Tunisian biscuits are infused with exotic spices and finished with a luscious honey glaze.

1 h 10 min
24 biscuits
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Biscuits

All-purpose flour

2 cups, sifted

Ground turmeric

1 tsp

Anise seeds, ground

1 tsp

Sugar

1/2 cup

Unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup

Whole milk

1/4 cup

Egg

1 large

Baking powder

1 tsp

Salt

1/4 tsp

For the Honey Glaze

Honey

1/4 cup

Water

1 tbsp

Lemon juice

1 tsp

Preparation

Preparing the Biscuits Dough

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

For a deeper flavor, slightly toast the anise seeds before using.

Combine Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, turmeric, baking powder, ground anise seeds, and salt.

Cream Butter and Sugar

In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix until well combined.

Mixing

Incorporate Dry and Wet Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.

Do not overwork the dough to ensure tender biscuits. Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it's too sticky to handle.

Shape Dough

Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch) and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.

Flatten Biscuits

Slightly flatten each ball with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.

Cooking Process

Bake the Biscuits

Bake in preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until golden at the edges.

Prepare the Glaze

While the biscuits bake, gently heat honey, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan until smooth and warm.

Glaze the Biscuits

Once baked, brush the warm biscuits with the honey glaze immediately.

Timing

Dough preparation: 20 minutes; Baking: 18 minutes; Glaze preparation: 5 minutes.

Heat Guide

Baking: 350°F (175°C); Glaze heating: Low heat.

Plating & Serving