Ingredients

For the biscuits:

• 250g softened butter
• 140g caster sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 300g plain flour

For decoration:

• 200g milk chocolate
• Sprinkles

Method

Prepare the dough:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (or gas mark 4).
2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Stir in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until just combined.
4. Sift in the flour and mix until the dough nearly comes together.
5. Use your hands to gently knead and press it into a smooth ball.
6. Chill the dough in the fridge for 20–30 minutes.

Shape and bake:

1. Roll the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 5 mm thick.
2. Cut into shapes and place on a non-stick baking tray.
3. Bake for 10–12 minutes until pale golden.
4. Transfer to a wire rack to cool and crisp.

Decorate:

1. Once cooled, dip each biscuit into melted chocolate.
2. Decorate with sprinkles.