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Creative Homemade Savoury Snacks to Replace Biscuits
1/27/2026, 10:21:03 PM
Exploring Savoury Alternatives
As many seek to reduce their intake of sweet snacks, homemade savoury options are gaining popularity. Guardian bakers Benjamina Ebuehi and Georgina Hayden share their go-to recipes that provide satisfying alternatives to traditional biscuits. Ebuehi often opts for homemade tortilla chips, which she prepares by cutting corn tortillas into triangles, brushing them with olive oil, and seasoning them with ingredients like flaky salt, za’atar, and garlic granules before baking until crisp. These chips are typically enjoyed with hummus, a staple in Hayden's kitchen, who enhances her hummus with a drizzle of chilli crisp oil and pairs it with fresh crudités.
Unique Snack Ideas
For those looking to elevate their snack game, Hayden suggests creating gildas—simple skewers of olives, anchovies, and pickled green chillies. She also recommends using any available antipasti, such as sun-dried tomatoes or marinated onions, to create a delightful assortment. Cheese is another common ingredient among the columnists, with Rukmini Iyer sharing her method for making cheesy biscuits. By blending cheese with spelt flour and butter, she forms a dough that can be sliced and baked into golden snacks.
Preparation Techniques
Iyer's preparation process is efficient; she typically prepares the cheesy log in the evening, allowing it to chill overnight. The next morning, she slices the log and bakes the discs for about ten minutes at 180°C (350°F). This results in freshly baked snacks suitable for both adults and children. Similarly, Hayden's cheese pinwheels involve spreading Marmite and butter on puff pastry, adding grated hard cheese, and twisting the strips before baking. These snacks are noted for their longevity, making them ideal for meal prep.
Nutty and Granola Options
Thomasina Miers introduces a nut-based snack by toasting fennel seeds with chilli flakes, sea salt, and rosemary, then coating a mix of nuts and seeds with olive oil and honey before roasting. This method yields a flavorful and crunchy treat. Additionally, Ebuehi suggests a savoury granola made from nuts, oats, honey, and various seasonings, which can be enjoyed on its own or as a topping for yogurt.
Conclusion
These homemade savoury snacks offer a creative and healthier alternative to biscuits, appealing to those looking for something salty and satisfying. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation methods, these recipes can easily be incorporated into daily snacking routines, providing both enjoyment and nutrition.
