Marie biscuit

Marie Biscuit

The Marie biscuit is a type of biscuit that is similar to a rich tea biscuit. It is named after the Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia, who was the wife of Duke Alfred of Edinburgh. The biscuit was created by the London-based bakery Peek Freans in 1874 to commemorate the marriage of the Duke to the Grand Duchess.

History

The Marie biscuit was first manufactured by the Peek Freans bakery in London in 1874. The biscuit was named after the Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia, who was married to the Duke of Edinburgh. The biscuit was created to commemorate their marriage. The Marie biscuit quickly became popular throughout Europe and was later introduced to other parts of the world.

Characteristics

Marie biscuits are round in shape and are typically made from wheat flour, sugar, and vegetable oil. They have a light, crisp texture and a subtle sweetness. The biscuits are often embossed with an intricate design, which usually includes the name "Marie".

Usage

Marie biscuits are often consumed with tea or coffee, and are also used as an ingredient in a variety of desserts. They can be crushed and used to make the base for cheesecakes and other similar desserts. In some countries, such as Spain and Portugal, Marie biscuits are also used in the preparation of homemade chocolate and custard desserts.

Variations

There are many variations of the Marie biscuit available worldwide. In some countries, the biscuits are coated with chocolate or vanilla icing. In others, they are flavored with coconut, lemon, or orange. Some manufacturers also produce a whole wheat version of the biscuit.

See also

• Digestive biscuit
• Shortbread
• Tea biscuit