ANZAC Biscuits
Anzac Day is Friday 25 April
During the First World War families baked biscuits to send to their loved ones overseas. ANZAC biscuits (previously known simply as soldier’s biscuits) were based on a traditional Scottish oat cake recipe, made from readily available ingredients with the addition of golden syrup to keep them moist and preserve them on their long journey.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup plain flour
1 cup rolled oats
2/3 cup desiccated coconut
3/4 cup sugar
125g butter
3 tablespoons golden syrup
1/2 teaspoon bi-carb soda
2 tablespoons boiling water
METHOD
1. Mix together flour, sugar, coconut and rolled oats.
2. Combine melted butter and golden syrup.
3. Dissolve baking soda in boiling water and add to butter and syrup mixture.
4. Make a well in the centre of the flour mix and pour in the liquid. Stir until combined.
5. Roll spoonfuls into small balls and place 5cm apart on a lined tray. Bake in a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes at 160 degrees.
