anzac biscuits

Emerald, WY
Updated on Jul 15, 2011

ANZAC(Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) were originally called Soldiers Biscuits. The biscuits were made by wives and sent to the soldiers fighting in World War I.They kept well during Naval Transportation and were given as part of their rations.They are part of our Australian History and signify the womens input into the War from the home front. They are still eaten by all Australians now. They should be a bit chewy!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield Makes Approx 24

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup dessicated coconut (grated coconut)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 125 grams butter
  • 2 tablespoons golden syrup
  • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

How To Make anzac biscuits

  • Step 1
    Preheat Oven to 160degCelsius. Line two Baking trays with Baking Paper. Sift the flour into a large bowl. Stir in the Oats, Coconut and Brown Sugar.
  • Step 2
    Put the Butter, Golden Syrup and 2 tablespoons of water into small saucepan. Stir over a medium heat until melted. Stir in the Bi Carb of Soda.
  • Step 3
    Pour the butter mixture into the flour mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Step 4
    Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls. Place on trays about 5cm apart.
  • Step 5
    Press with a fork to flatten slightly. Bake for 10 to 15mins or until brown.
  • Step 6
    Set aside on trays for 5mins. Then transfer to wire trays to cool completely.
  • Step 7
    If you want crunchier biscuits then add more golden syrup to the recipe.

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