Brittania milk rusk
Milk rusk
Britannia Milk Rusk is a popular, crunchy, twice-baked biscuit made from ingredients like wheat flour, milk, and sugar. Known for its golden-brown texture and deliciously crisp bite, it is a perfect companion for tea or coffee. The mild sweetness and rich aroma make it an enjoyable snack, especially when dipped in a warm tea allowing it to absorb just the right amount of flavor. Whether for a light breakfast or an evening tea-time treat, Britannia Milk Rusk offers a nostalgic and comforting experience with every bite. Now learn to bake these delcious rusks in your home with your own choice of ingredients .
Milk Rusk (Britannia Style 😁) – No Preservatives, No Butter!
This teatime favorite can be made completely with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist!
Ingredients:
1 tbsp powdered jaggery or sugar
1 tsp active dried yeast
2 tbsp warm water (to activate yeast)
½ tsp salt
1 cup (150g) all-purpose flour (use whole wheat for whole wheat rusks)
2 tbsp milk powder (optional)
Pinch of cardamom powder (optional)
2 tbsp oil (or softened butter; I used oil)
½ cup (120ml) warm water (approx.) to make dough
Method:
1️⃣ Activate Yeast:
In a small bowl, mix yeast, jaggery/sugar, and 2 tbsp warm water. Cover and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Prepare Dry Ingredients:
Sieve flour, salt, and milk powder into a bowl. Mix well.
3️⃣ Make Dough:
Add the bloomed yeast mixture to the flour. Gradually add warm water to bring everything together into a rough, sticky dough. Do not knead yet—just mix with a spatula until combined.
4️⃣ First Proofing:
Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 1–2 hours, or until doubled and bubbly.
5️⃣ Kneading:
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Add oil gradually while kneading. Work on it for about 10 minutes until smooth and less sticky. Grease your hands with oil and shape it into a smooth ball.
6️⃣ Shaping:
Divide the dough into two equal parts for long buns (or make 4 small burger buns).
Take one portion, flatten it into a thick chapati.
Roll it tightly into a log, pinching seams at the bottom and tucking both ends.
Shape into a smooth long bun (no wrinkles!).
Repeat for the second dough ball.
7️⃣ Second Proofing:
Place buns on a parchment-lined or greased baking tray. Let them proof for about an hour or until doubled.
8️⃣ Baking Buns:
Preheat the oven halfway through the proofing. Once risen, brush buns with milk and bake at 180°C for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool on a rack, brush with melted butter, and cover with a cloth for 10 minutes.
Making Milk Rusks:
Once the buns are completely cool, slice them evenly.
Arrange slices on a baking tray and bake at 180°C for 10–12 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
If baking later, preheat oven for 5 minutes before baking the rusks.
Enjoy with chai! ☕🍞😋
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