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In the US, a '''biscuit''' is a small form of bread made with baking powder or baking soda as a leavening agent rather than yeast. When prepared properly, they are soft and flaky. They are similar to [[scone|scones]], but are more savory than sweet.  
 
In the US, a '''biscuit''' is a small form of bread made with baking powder or baking soda as a leavening agent rather than yeast. When prepared properly, they are soft and flaky. They are similar to [[scone|scones]], but are more savory than sweet.  
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In the UK, the term '''biscuit''' means a [[cookie]], which is the older definition. In the French language, "biscuit" is the word for [[cookie]].
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In the UK, the term '''biscuit''' means a [[cookie]], which is the older definition. In the French language, '''biscuit''' is the word for [[cookie]].
    
== Types of Biscuit ==
 
== Types of Biscuit ==
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