Q. Selection Criteria and importance of selecting the product?

Biscuits are one of the most common bakery products eaten all over the world. They are the most easily available ready-to-eat energy dense food for both rich and poor. Although liked by all ages, they are not very popular because of the empty calories they provide. Biscuits can be made more nutritious by using a varied ingredient mix which would add to its value. Thus, the present product is developed keeping in mind the health awareness among Indian consumers and their demand for a whole product, which is rich in fibre and other nutrients. Therefore, to increase the nutritive value of biscuits, Bajra and Wheat bran were added making them iron and fibre-rich. Basic recipe for Biscuit Preparation

Amount of Ingredients

Refined Flour- 50 g , Butter- 25 g, Castor sugar- 30 g, Baking powder ¼ tsp

Method of preparation

1) Sieve the flour and baking powder together.

2) Cream butter and sugar together till light and fluffy.

3) Add flour to the above mixture and make the dough.

4) Roll out the dough on a floored board into ¼ inch thickness.

5) Cut into shapes and prick each biscuit with a fork.

6) Baked on greased baking tray in a moderately hot oven for 10-15 minutes or till golden brown in colour.

7) Remove and cool on a wire rack.