Baking temperatures and times

The optimum baking temperature for most cookies and biscuits ranges between 170°C (338°F) and 190°C (374°F).
Higher temperatures will lead to a crispier texture, while lower temperatures ensure a softer bake.
Temperature also affects the colour of your biscuits and cookies. A higher temperature can lead to a darker, more caramelised biscuit.
If using a fan oven, remember to reduce the temperature by about 20°C.
Preheating the oven is essential to achieve consistent, even baking. Always allow your oven to fully preheat before starting to bake your biscuits or cookies.
Always monitor the biscuits’ or cookies’ appearance when baked at a high temperature as they can burn quickly, especially near the end of the baking time.

For most biscuit and cookie recipes, a baking time between 10 and 15 minutes is recommended.
However, the precise baking time can depend on the size and thickness of the cookies or biscuits.
Thin, smaller biscuits tend to bake more quickly, whereas large, thick cookies require longer baking times.
It’s good practice to rotate the baking tray in the oven about halfway through the baking time to ensure even baking.
Cookies are usually left to cool on the baking tray for a few minutes after being taken out as they continue to cook for a short while, ensuring the inside becomes well-baked.
When the biscuits or cookies become golden brown around the edges, they are usually done.하