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macadamia and ginger anzac biscuits

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Private Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

This is a nutty twist on the classic Anzac biscuit so popular in Australia.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 dozen
prep time 25 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For macadamia and ginger anzac biscuits

  • 2 c
    flour
  • 1 tsp
    ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 c
    shredded coconut
  • 2 c
    rolled oats
  • 1 c
    brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 7/8 c
    butter, chopped (14 tbsp)
  • 1/3 c
    golden syrup
  • 2 Tbsp
    honey
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 c
    macadamia nuts, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    crystallised ginger, chopped

How To Make macadamia and ginger anzac biscuits

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350F. Grease 3 large baking trays. Line with parchment.
  • 2
    Combine flour, ginger, coconut, oats and sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center.
  • 3
    Place butter, golden syrup, honey and 1/3 cup cold water in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until butter has melted and mixture is combined. Bring to a simmer and remove from heat. Stir in the baking soda. Let stand for 2 minutes.
  • 4
    Add butter mixture to the oats. Mix well. Stir in the nuts and 1/3 cup of the ginger.
  • 5
    Roll 1 tablespoon of the mixture into a ball. Flatten slightly between your palms. Place on the baking tray. Repeat, placing the cookies 1 1/2 inches apart. Press the remaining ginger into the top of the cookies.
  • 6
    Bake the biscuits (cookies), 1 tray at a time, for 12 minutes or until golden and just firm to the touch. Cool on trays for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
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