Anzacs

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1
Delicious Anzac Cookies for a Sweet Snack
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

130 g butter
1 tablespoon golden syrup
1 cup flour
1 pinch salt
1 cup coconut
1 cup sugar
1 cup rolled oats
2 teaspoons bicarbonate of soda
2 tablespoons boiling water
6 drops vanilla essence

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
178
Sugar
10g
Fat
10g
Anzac cookies are a traditional Australian and New Zealand sweet treat that have their roots in World War I. These cookies were sent by wives and mothers to soldiers, as they had a long shelf life and could survive the journey to Europe. Today, Anzac cookies are enjoyed throughout the year, and are often made on Anzac Day, which is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. This simple recipe is easy to make, and produces cookies that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. They are perfect for a sweet snack or an afternoon tea with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160°C.
2.Melt the butter and golden syrup together in a small saucepan over low heat.
3.Remove from heat and stir in bicarbonate of soda dissolved in boiling water.
4.Set aside.
5.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, coconut, oats and salt.
6.Add the melted butter mixture and vanilla essence, and mix until well combined.
7.Roll tablespoonfuls of the mixture into balls and place them 5cm apart on lined baking trays. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
9.Allow to cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Anzac cookies are the perfect sweet snack, easy to whip up and can be made ahead of time to enjoy whenever you want.
These cookies have a crunchy exterior and a chewy centre and are perfect with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

CONS

The sugar content of these cookies is quite high, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.
The use of butter means that they are also quite high in fat, so it’s important to keep that in mind as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Anzac cookies may not be the most nutritious snack, they do provide some health benefits. Oats, for example, are a great source of fibre and can help reduce cholesterol levels. They also contain a range of vitamins and minerals. Coconut is also a good source of minerals like iron and potassium, and has been linked to improved heart health.

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