Chewy Anzac Biscuits

About this recipe

Anzac biscuits have been made in Australian kitchens for more than a century. Rolled oats, coconut, flour and sugar are bound with melted butter and golden syrup. No eggs needed. They're easy enough for kids to help with and keep well in a tin.

Method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Heat the oven to 160°C (140°C fan-forced). Line two baking trays.

   160°C

2. 2

   Step 2

   Mix the oats, flour, coconut and sugar in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Melt the butter and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat. Mix the bicarb with 2 tablespoons boiling water and stir it in. It will foam.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Pour the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls, place on the trays 5 cm apart and flatten slightly.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool on the trays for 5 minutes, then on a rack.

   11 min160°C