Custard Cream Biscuits
Custard Cream Biscuits are a classic British sandwich biscuit, featuring two embossed vanilla-flavoured shortcake biscuits with a creamy, pale yellow custard filling. The filling is typically made from a mixture of butter, icing sugar, and custard powder, which gives it its distinctive flavour and colour. They are a nostalgic staple in UK biscuit tins and a popular accompaniment to tea.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These biscuits are high in carbohydrates and fats, with the custard filling contributing significantly to the sugar and saturated fat content. A single biscuit (approx. 15g) provides a quick energy boost but is low in protein and essential nutrients, with a calorie count of around 70-80 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 145 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 7.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 110 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.8 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 40 mcg RAE |
Per 2 biscuits (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The iconic embossed pattern on the biscuit, often featuring a grid and floral design, is a classic example of Victorian-era biscuit moulding. The custard powder used in the filling is a uniquely British invention, created as a shelf-stable alternative to fresh egg custard.
