DessertAustralian

Anzac Biscuits

Name: Anzac Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients: 85g Porridge oats; 85g Desiccated Coconut; 100g Plain Flour; 100g Caster Sugar; 100g Butter; 1 tblsp Golden Syrup; 1 teaspoon Bicarbonate Of Soda

Anzac Biscuits is a classic Australian dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Porridge oats, Desiccated Coconut, Plain Flour, Caster Sugar, Butter, Golden Syrup and Bicarbonate Of Soda, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic Australian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Anzac Biscuits.

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Ingredients

Porridge oats85g
Desiccated Coconut85g
Plain Flour100g
Caster Sugar100g
Butter100g
Golden Syrup1 tblsp
Bicarbonate Of Soda1 teaspoon

Step-by-Step Instructions

9 steps

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Step 1

Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4.

Step 2

Put the oats, coconut, flour and sugar in a bowl.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Melt the butter in a small pan and stir in the golden syrup.

Step 4🥄 Mix

Add the bicarbonate of soda to 2 tbsp boiling water, then stir into the golden syrup and butter mixture.

Step 5

Make a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour in the butter and golden syrup mixture.

Step 6🥄 Mix

Stir gently to incorporate the dry ingredients.

Step 7

Put dessertspoonfuls of the mixture on to buttered baking sheets, about 2.5cm/1in apart to allow room for spreading.

Step 8🥧 Bake⏱️ 8-10 mins

Bake in batches for 8-10 mins until golden.

Step 9

Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Anzac Biscuits carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

To substitute whole eggs in baking, unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a commercial egg replacer can work smoothly depending on whether the recipe is sweet or savory.

Chef Technique Tips

Resist the urge to open the oven door during the first two-thirds of the baking cycle. Opening the door vents trapped heat and steam, which can cause delicate baked goods to deflate or lose their rise.

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