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    Home » Recipes » Baking

    Easy Melting Moments Recipe

    Published: Jul 14, 2022 · Modified: Oct 7, 2024 by Beth Sachs · 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These easy melting moments are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, making them the perfect sweet treat to enjoy any time of day.

    A classic in British baking, the melting moments biscuits are given an extra touch of crunch with a roll in porridge oats and then topped with a sweet glace cherry.

    Melting moments on a cooling rack.

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    I first made melting moments biscuits in my food technology class in the early 90s, and I haven't stopped making them since!

    These delightful treats are a fantastic way to get kids involved in the kitchen. Plus, they’re irresistibly buttery, sweet, and utterly delicious!

    👩‍🍳 Love biscuits? Try these easy Empire biscuits next!

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    • ✔️ Why you'll love this easy melting moments recipe!
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 How to make melting moments biscuits
    • Top Tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • 😋 More biscuits and cookies to try
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why you'll love this easy melting moments recipe!

    1. Quick and easy biscuit recipe.
    2. Uses simple store cupboard ingredients.
    3. Kids can help weigh the ingredients, mix the biscuit dough, and shape the biscuits with their hands.
    4. Freezer-friendly.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ingredients for melting moments.

    Butter - unsalted and softened.

    Caster Sugar - or use granulated sugar.

    Egg - one large egg at room temperature.

    Vanilla Extract - use a good quality extract and not essence.

    Flour - self-raising flour which has the raising agent added.

    Oats - use ordinary rolled oats (porridge oats) and not jumbo or quick cook oats.

    Glace Cherries - halved with a sharp knife.

    🔪 How to make melting moments biscuits

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: In a large mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugar with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.

    Two: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.

    Three: Fold in the flour.

    Four: Roll walnut size pieces of biscuit dough into round balls then roll them in the oats. Place the biscuits on a lined baking tray and top each one with a halved glace cherry. Bake in the oven for 12 minutes until light golden brown.

    Step by step photo instructions for making melting moments biscuits.

    Top Tips

    • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe for optimal mixing and texture.
    • Arrange the biscuits with ample space on the baking tray, as they will spread during baking. You'll need two large baking trays lined with nonstick baking paper.
    • Avoid overbaking the biscuits; this can lead to an undesirably crunchy texture. Keep a close watch as they bake and remove them from the oven as soon as they are lightly golden brown.

    📖 Variations

    • Substitute rolled oats with crushed cornflakes or desiccated coconut for a different texture and flavour.
    • Enhance the biscuit dough by adding the zest of a lemon for a refreshing citrus twist.
    • Incorporate a handful of chocolate chips into the dough before baking for a burst of chocolate in every bite.
    • Top the biscuits with chocolate buttons or pecan nuts instead of cherries for a tasty variation.
    • Replace vanilla extract with almond extract to infuse the biscuits with a rich almond flavour.
    Melting moments on a wire rack.

    🥡 Storage

    Store - Place the biscuits in an airtight container and store them at room temperature for up to 5 days.

    Freeze - Once cooled, place the biscuits in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. To defrost, simply remove the biscuits from the freezer and allow them to thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes.

    😋 More biscuits and cookies to try

    • Lemon Biscuits
    • Empire Biscuits
    • Ginger Cookies
    • Golden Syrup Cookies
    • Oatmeal Cinnamon Cookies
    • Smarties Cookies

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    Recipe

    Melting moments biscuits on a baking tray.
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    5 from 6 votes

    Easy Melting Moments Recipe

    Irresistible melting moments biscuits offer a crisp exterior and a soft, buttery centre, making them the perfect sweet treat.
    Course Baking, Cookie
    Cuisine British
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time 17 minutes minutes
    Servings 16
    Calories 176kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl
    • 2 Baking Tray

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 200 g Butter softened
    • 100 g Caster Sugar
    • 1 Egg
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 250 g Self Raising Flour
    • 50 g Oats
    • 8 Glace Cherries

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180 °C (160 °C fan/ Gas 4) and line 2 large baking trays with baking paper.
    • In a large mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugar with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
      200 g Butter, 100 g Caster Sugar
    • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
      1 Egg, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • Fold in the flour.
      250 g Self Raising Flour
    • Roll walnut size pieces of biscuit dough into round balls then roll them in the oats.
      50 g Oats
    • Place the biscuits on a lined baking tray and top each one with a halved glace cherry. Bake in the oven for 12 minutes until golden brown.
      8 Glace Cherries

    Notes

    Nutrition:
    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
     
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Melting Moments Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    176
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    7
    g
    11
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.001
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.2
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.2
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    10
    mg
    3
    %
    Sodium
     
    5
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    40
    mg
    1
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    25
    g
    8
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    7
    g
    8
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    22
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.3
    mg
    0
    %
    Calcium
     
    21
    mg
    2
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Rachna

      August 02, 2022 at 10:52 am

      5 stars
      They looks spectacular. I had never heard of them. Such a pretty name and an easy enough recipe. Will be trying them soon.

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    2. Gina Abernathy

      August 02, 2022 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      These are so pretty! Such a nice and impressive treat.

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    3. Alison Saalbach Corey

      August 02, 2022 at 11:57 am

      I know my kids would love this recipe! Thanks Beth!

      Reply
    4. Deb

      August 02, 2022 at 12:00 pm

      5 stars
      Your title is very appropriate. They did melt in my mouth like butter. Yummy!

      Reply
    5. Mahy

      August 02, 2022 at 12:12 pm

      5 stars
      I've got to admit, I could eat a ton of these moments and still want more lol

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      • Maria Kember

        October 14, 2022 at 11:40 am

        Can you please let me know if the Oats are Rolled Oats. The ones you make porridge with.

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        • Beth Sachs

          October 14, 2022 at 11:50 am

          Hi. Rolled oats or porridge pats are both fine to use.

          Reply
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