Walnut Biscuits

Ingredients:

Unsalted butter(slightly softened): 100gm
Light muscavado sugar                   :100gm
egg                                                 :1(beaten)
Whole wheat flour                          :175 gm
Baking powder                                :1 tsp
Walnut pieces                                 :75gm(finely chopped)

Preparation

1. Cream the butter and sugar together until pale – the mixture will be slightly. Add the egg and mix well, fold in the flour and baking powder, then finally work in the nuts.
2. Turn the mixture out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to bring the dough together. Roll into a sausage shape about 30cm (12 in) long, wrap in clingfilm, and chill for atleast 1 hour, until firm enough to handle.
3. Preheat the oven to 175 (deg C)/350 (deg F)/gas 4 and lightly grease two or three baking trays.Cut the dough into thin slices and roll them into balls about the size of a walnut. Place on the prepared baking trays, flattering the biscuits slightly with the palm of your hand.  Bake for 12 – 15 min, then allow to cool slightly on the baking tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Note: If you prefer, coat the biscuits in melted chocolate once they have cooled.