Ingredients

  • 11 ounces plain whole wheat flour
  • 4 tablespoons wheat germ
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 1/2 ounces butter
  • 5 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

  • Combine the dry ingredients, and then cut in the butter so that the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Combine the water and vanilla and drizzle over the dry mixture.
  • Blend until the dough can be packed together.
  • Roll out on a floured surface or between two sheets of waxed paper until the dough is about 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick.
  • Cut into circles or other shapes and bake on a greased baking sheet at 170°C/ 325°F/ Gas Mark 3 for 20 to 25 minutes; make sure the oven does not get too hot- they should not be too brown.
  • Cool and store in an airtight container at room temperature.