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Anzac Biscuits (Crispy Edges, Chewy Centre)

Classic Anzac biscuits with crisp edges and a chewy centre. Made with oats, coconut and golden syrup, this reliable recipe delivers perfect texture every time.
Course Snack
Cuisine Australian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 22 biscuits
Calories 149kcal
Author Peter G

Ingredients

  • 150 grams plain flour (all-purpose flour)
  • 90 grams rolled oats
  • 110 grams white sugar
  • 100 grams brown sugar
  • 85 grams desiccated coconut
  • 125 grams butter unsalted
  • 2 tablespoons golden syrup
  • 2 tablespoons boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper. (see note 1)
  • In a large bowl, sift the flour.
    150 grams plain flour
  • Add the oats, white sugar, brown sugar, and coconut and stir well to combine.
    90 grams rolled oats, 110 grams white sugar, 100 grams brown sugar, 85 grams desiccated coconut
  • Melt butter, add the golden syrup in a small saucepan, and stir.
    125 grams butter, 2 tablespoons golden syrup
  • Add the boiling water, followed by the baking soda. Stir quickly until the mixture becomes frothy.
    2 tablespoons boiling water, 1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda
  • Add the melted butter mixture to the oat mixture until well combined.
  • Use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to portion out cookies. (see note 2)
  • Roll into balls and place onto baking sheet approximately 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly using your hands or a fork. (see note 3)
  • Bake for 15 minutes until the edges are slightly brown and they are golden in colour. Allow them to cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before cooling them on a wire rack. (see note 4)

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Notes

  1. Use low heat. I found the best oven temperature at 160° C (320°F) through many experiments. Low and slow is best for this sweet biscuit.
  2. Each cookie scoop portion weighs approximately 30 grams (1 ounce).
  3. Make sure you leave space between them as they do spread when cooking.
  4. If you prefer a crispier cookie, bake them for 20 minutes (yes, they will be slightly harder when cooled!). Fifteen minutes is the sweet spot. However, if you prefer a soft Anzac biscuit, bake them for 12 minutes (gently remove them as they are quite delicate).

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuit | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g