Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Place butter and sugars into the bowl of anelectric mixer. Beat until pale and creamy. Add egg, mixing until well combined.

Step 2

Fold in combined flour and spice alternately with the fruit mince until well combined. Removebowl from machine and fold in chopped nuts with a spoon.

Step 3

Roll tablespoonfuls of mixture into small balls and flatten slightly onto lined oven trays. Bakefor 16 minutes until golden. Transfer to a cooling rack.

Step 4

For icing, whisk together the icing sugar and milk until smooth. Allow to sit for several minutesto thicken slightly if required. Dip a fork into icing and drizzle over the biscuits. Allow to setbefore packaging into gift boxes, or storing in an airtight container.