Empire biscuit

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An Empire biscuit (also known as Imperial biscuit, Imperial cookie, German biscuit, Belgian biscuit and iced biscuit) is a sweet biscuit originating in Scotland and popular in the North East of England. It is also popular in Ireland, as well as Canada (particularly iconic in Winnipeg and Hamilton). Empire biscuits were originally known as German biscuits but were renamed during World War I due to anti-German sentiment. Other regional names include Belgian cookies, Imperial biscuits or double biscuits. Empire biscuits are known for their buttery texture, sweet jam filling (although it does not necessarily have to be jam - it can be any other sweet spread such as a ganache), and the extra sweetness from the icing, making them a popular choice in bakeries and for afternoon tea.

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