The term biscuit originated from the Latin word bis coctus, meaning "twice-baked". This refers to the process of baking the dough twice to make it crispy. The British have been using this term for centuries, and it's become an integral part of their baking culture.
But here's the funny part: in the UK, what Americans call biscuits (those flaky, buttery treats often served with breakfast) are actually called scones! It's a classic case of word swap, where two different countries use the same word to describe different things. It's enough to make your head spin, right?
