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Nice Biscuit[edit]

A Nice biscuit

The Nice biscuit is a type of biscuit that is popular in the United Kingdom and Australia. It is known for its distinctive rectangular shape, lightly sprinkled with sugar, and the word "NICE" imprinted on the top surface. The biscuit is often enjoyed with tea or coffee and is a staple in many households.

History[edit]

The origin of the Nice biscuit is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have been named after the city of Nice, France. The biscuit has been produced by various manufacturers over the years, including Arnott's Biscuits Limited in Australia and United Biscuits in the UK.

Ingredients[edit]

Nice biscuits are typically made from a combination of the following ingredients:

The inclusion of desiccated coconut gives the biscuit its characteristic flavor and texture.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional Nice biscuit is plain, some variations may include additional flavors or coatings. For example, some manufacturers produce chocolate-coated Nice biscuits or versions with added vanilla flavoring.

Cultural Significance[edit]

In the UK, the Nice biscuit is a common feature in afternoon tea settings and is often included in assorted biscuit selections. Its simple yet distinctive taste makes it a favorite among both children and adults.

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+== Nice Biscuit ==
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+[[File:Nice_biscuit.jpg|thumb|right|A Nice biscuit]]
-{{Infobox Biscuit
-| name = Nice Biscuit
-| image =
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-| type = [[Biscuit]]
-| origin = [[United Kingdom]]
-| ingredients = [[Sugar]], [[Flour]], [[Coconut]]
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-'''Nice biscuit''' is a popular type of [[biscuit]] that originated in the [[United Kingdom]]. It is known for its distinctive taste, which is a combination of sweet and slightly salty flavors. The biscuit is often rectangular in shape, with the word "NICE" imprinted on the top.
+The '''Nice biscuit''' is a type of [[biscuit]] that is popular in the [[United Kingdom]] and [[Australia]]. It is known for its distinctive rectangular shape, lightly sprinkled with sugar, and the word "NICE" imprinted on the top surface. The biscuit is often enjoyed with [[tea]] or [[coffee]] and is a staple in many households.
 == History ==
-The Nice biscuit was first produced in the 19th century in the United Kingdom. Despite its French-sounding name, it is believed to have been named after the city of [[Nice]], in the south of [[France]]. However, there is some debate about this, as some sources suggest that the biscuit was actually named "nice" because of its pleasant taste.
+The origin of the Nice biscuit is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have been named after the city of [[Nice]], [[France]]. The biscuit has been produced by various manufacturers over the years, including [[Arnott's Biscuits Limited]] in Australia and [[United Biscuits]] in the UK.
 == Ingredients ==
-The main ingredients of a Nice biscuit are [[sugar]], [[flour]], and [[coconut]]. Some variations may also include [[butter]] and [[milk]]. The biscuit is typically sweetened with sugar and has a slightly salty taste due to the addition of coconut.
-== Production ==
+Nice biscuits are typically made from a combination of the following ingredients:
-The production process of Nice biscuits involves mixing the ingredients together to form a dough, which is then rolled out and cut into rectangular shapes. The word "NICE" is then imprinted on the top of each biscuit before they are baked.
+* [[Wheat flour]]
+* [[Sugar]]
+* [[Desiccated coconut]]
+* [[Vegetable oil]]
+* [[Glucose syrup]]
+* [[Salt]]
+* [[Raising agents]] such as [[baking powder]]
+The inclusion of desiccated coconut gives the biscuit its characteristic flavor and texture.
+== Variations ==
+While the traditional Nice biscuit is plain, some variations may include additional flavors or coatings. For example, some manufacturers produce chocolate-coated Nice biscuits or versions with added vanilla flavoring.
-== Consumption ==
+== Cultural Significance ==
-Nice biscuits are popular in many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, [[Australia]], and [[New Zealand]]. They are often served with tea or coffee, and are also commonly used in the preparation of desserts such as [[trifle]] and [[cheesecake]].
-== See Also ==
+In the UK, the Nice biscuit is a common feature in [[afternoon tea]] settings and is often included in [[assorted biscuit]] selections. Its simple yet distinctive taste makes it a favorite among both children and adults.
-* [[Digestive biscuit]]
-* [[Shortbread]]
-* [[Bourbon biscuit]]
-== References ==
+== Related Pages ==
-<references />
-== External Links ==
+* [[Biscuit]]
-* [Official Website]
+* [[Arnott's Biscuits Limited]]
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+* [[United Biscuits]]
+* [[Afternoon tea]]
-Please note that the "Official Website" link is just a placeholder and should be replaced with the actual link if available.
+[[Category:Biscuits]]
-{{dictionary-stub1}}
+[[Category:British cuisine]]
+[[Category:Australian cuisine]]