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Crisp ginger biscuits such as these were usually on sale at Dorset Fairs.

Ingredients

• 3 oz softened butter

• 3 oz soft brown sugar

• 4 tablespoons golden syrup, warmed

• 6 oz plain flour

• 1 level teaspoon baking powder

• 1 level teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

• 1 rounded teaspoon ground ginger

Method

1. Set oven to 400F or mark 6.

2. Cream together the butter and sugar in a bowl and add the golden syrup, flour, and all other dry ingredients.

3. Mix well to form a firm dough.

4. Roll out on a highly floured surface, cut out and form into about 30 small balls and place 4 inches apart on greased baking sheets.

5. Cook for about 10 minutes until golden brown.

6. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Courtesy of the “Favourite Dorset Recipes” compiled by Amanda Persey and published by J. Salmon Ltd.