Unbelievable Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits Recipe (2024)

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Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits are old school meets new school in a delicious and flavorful nibble worthy snack.

(Gluten-Free, Vegetarian and Dairy-Free friendly)

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Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits are perfect with tea or coffee. The only question is to dunk or not to dunk.

The answer is dunk. Dunk and devour the deliciousness without the problematic protein of gluten.

Sip and savor your simple snack. Pure. Bliss.

It’s safe to say we’re a fan of these biscuits. Their cookie-like qualities make our inner child rejoice – while the adulting is made just a little bit easier.

Gluten free digestive biscuits: What you’ll need

  • Gluten-free flour blend, salt, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, butter, honey, milk or water.
  • Options: You can swap the butter for a dairy free alternative if you like.
  • Bonus option: These biscuits are totally topping worthy. A little bit of chocolate shavings, caramel or even mint goes nicely! May we recommend the drizzle used on our gluten-free apple coffee cake.
  • Or rather, coating worthy: You can coat the underside with chocolate, our favorite is dark chocolate!

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When in doubt, you can keep these biscuits simple. We have nothing against simple.

The doctors who developed digestive biscuits has a simple goal in mind – aid digestion and keep us feeling full. Many modern versions are overly sugary and gluten filled.

That’s where we come in. Homemade means you know exactly what is going into your food and these gluten free digestive biscuits can be tailored to your allergy need and personal taste preferences.

Our recipe here is also nut-free, but if you don’t have to be and want to incorporate almond slices – we get it. Soooooooo. Good.

Now we’ve got to admit. These little biscuits came out entirely on accident after making our gluten-free graham crackers! This round we didn’t thin them out enough and we found ourselves dipping the results in tea. Quickly I realized we’ve made digestive biscuits! #WIN.

Random History Lesson on Digestives: The OG digestive biscuits were developed in the Scotland around 1839 to aid in digestion, but have since become a dunk-able delight with just a little bit of sweetness.

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These biscuits are perfect for your next get-together as well.

Trust us when we say you won’t be disappointed and your guests will love these. Even better, they won’t be able to tell they’re gluten free. Finally we can enjoy tea time with friends without that pesky gluten!

If you’re looking a few other gluten-free fun finger foods to have on hand, we have you covered:

  • Gluten-free almond meltaway cookies
  • Edible cookie dough truffles
  • Spiced almonds

Old school doesn’t have to be boring, these biscuits are the proof. We’re happy to bring these into the gluten-free future without sacrificing flavor.

Of course, we’re all about easy and simple here.

Coffee and biscuits. It doesn’t get much simpler than that.

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Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits Recipe

Snacks

Gluten Free, Dairy-Free friendly

Scottish

Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits are old school meets new school in a delicious and flavorful nibble worthy snack.

Yield: 12

Prep Time:20 min

Cook Time:23 min

Total Time:43 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 Tablespoon butter, melted (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • 2 Tablespoons milk or water, if needed

Directions:

  • 1. In a large bowl whisk together gluten free flour, salt, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder.
  • 2. In a separate bowl whisk together melted butter and honey.
  • 3. Create a well into center of dry mixture and add wet ingredients. Mix together until dough creates a dough ball. Add 1 Tablespoon of milk or more if needed to keep the dough together.
  • 4. Wrap dough in clear wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 5. Cut a pieces of parchment papers to fit baking sheet. Unwrap dough from refrigerator, roll out dough to about 1/8th of an inch. The thinner they are the better crisp like a cracker they will be. Roll with an additional parchment paper on top if the dough is sticking.
  • 6. Slice dough into 3 inch squares on the parchment paper (DO NOT SEPERATE! Keep as is after the cuts) Use a fork to pierce a few places on each cracker.
  • 7. Bake for 20-23 minutes. Allow them to cool completely to room temperature on the baking sheet before separating.

Author: Linnie

Nutrition Information:

Serving size: 1 digestive
Calories: 75
Other nutrition information: Total Fat: 1g , Saturated Fat: .6g , Cholesterol: 2.6mg , Sodium: 10.4mg , Potassium: 3mg , Total Carb: 16.4g , Dietary Fiber: 6.4g , Protein: .7g

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  1. Unbelievable Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits Recipe (16)Stella says

    Thank you for this recipe

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  2. Unbelievable Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits Recipe (17)Jacquie says

    I think I might grate a little ginger in these to aid in digestion. Just a thought. I’m anxious to try them!

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Unbelievable Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can celiacs eat digestive biscuits? ›

Do digestive cookies have gluten? YES. Traditional digestive cookies, also known as “digestives,” are a type of biscuit that originated in the United Kingdom. They are typically made from whole wheat flour, which contains gluten.

Are digestive biscuits good for your bowels? ›

These biscuits are prepared with whole wheat flour which is known to be a good source of dietary fibre. This nutrient is considered essential for digestive health and promotes regular bowel movements while preventing constipation.

What is a good substitute for digestive biscuits? ›

If you're looking for a made-in-the-USA alternative to traditional British digestive biscuits, you might consider trying American graham crackers. While not identical, graham crackers share some similarities with digestive biscuits and can be used in similar ways.

Can I buy gluten free digestive biscuits? ›

Product Description

GULLON 150G DIGESTIVE GLUTEN FREE Genuine and high quality product.

What are the 5 stages of celiac disease? ›

Celiac disease is clinically defined as classic, non-classic, subclinical, potential, and refractory.

What happens if you eat gluten with celiac disease long term? ›

People with celiac disease may lose weight because their bodies are not able to absorb enough nutrients from food. Over time, a range of problems may develop as a result of the body's reaction to gluten — from skin rashes and lactose intolerance to infertility, bone weakness and nerve damage.

What is the healthiest biscuit to eat? ›

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  • Nairn's Gluten Free Oaties Biscuits 160g.

What are the side effects of digestive biscuits? ›

Like most cereals and biscuits, digestives are mainly made up of wheat flour, which is bad news for people with gluten sensitivity. This condition involves adverse reactions to gluten that is commonly present in rye, barley, and wheat. Common symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and constipation.

Are digestive biscuits like laxatives? ›

The first-ever digestives were developed as Meikle said, in 1839 by two Scottish doctors and they were reportedly intended to aid digestion. But can the biscuits really help you poop? It's unlikely, according to a registered dietician.

Is there an American equivalent of digestive biscuits? ›

British Digestives are a semi-sweet biscuit that was first developed in 1839 by two Scottish doctors to aid digestion, hence the name. There simply isn't any cookie like a digestive, although it is just made with wholemeal wheat and sugar really. What American call a cookie, British call a biscuit.

What do the English call digestive biscuits? ›

Digestives are a particular cookie (called biscuits in the UK). They are sort of like a thick graham cracker, or, even more, like a ginger snap. They are quite dry, actually, and delicous, we think, although they are simple, not glamorous (perhaps the basis for the name "digestive".

Which popular biscuits are gluten-free? ›

  • Tesco Free From Digestive Biscuits 160G. ...
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  • Nairns Gluten Free Oats & Fruit Biscuits 160G. ...
  • Nairns Gluten Free Ginger Biscuit Break 160G.

Why are my gluten free biscuits gummy? ›

Gummy on the inside- bake for a longer time. Gluten free bread takes much longer than a regular loaf to bake and therefore a sticky crumb is generally the result of under baking.

What biscuits can celiacs eat? ›

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  • Nairn's Gluten Free Oaties Biscuits 160G. ...
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  • Nairns Gluten Free Oats & Fruit Biscuits 160G. ...
  • Nairns Gluten Free Ginger Biscuit Break 160G.

Do digestive biscuits have wheat in them? ›

The typical digestive biscuit contains coarse brown wheat flour (which gives it its distinctive texture and flavour), sugar, malt extract, vegetable oil, wholemeal, raising agents (usually sodium bicarbonate, tartaric acid and malic acid), and salt.

Which digestives are gluten-free? ›

Schär Gluten Free Digestive3x50g

High in Fibre. Specifically formulated for people intolerant to gluten.

Are digestive biscuits whole wheat? ›

Most digestive biscuits are made up of whole wheat flour, sugar, vegetable oil, malt extract, rising agents, and salt. Some may also have dried whey, oatmeal, or emulsifiers.

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