What English Easter biscuit is traditionally flavored with spices and currants?

An Easter biscuit is the English Easter biscuit traditionally flavored with spices and currants.

Easter biscuits are sweet, spiced biscuits made in parts of England, particularly the West Country. Recipes commonly include flour, butter, sugar, currants, and mixed spices. Some versions also contain cassia oil, lemon zest, or other flavorings, depending on regional practice.

They are traditionally associated with Easter Sunday and were sometimes given to visitors after church services. Their round shape and festive ingredients reflect the broader tradition of preparing special foods for the end of Lent.

Easter biscuits are distinct from hot cross buns, which are yeasted buns marked with a cross and eaten around Good Friday. They are also different from ordinary spiced cookies because the name refers specifically to the regional Easter custom and recipe family.