Discover how to make traditional ANZAC Biscuits with this easy-to-follow recipe. These sweet, oat-based cookies are a timeless treat, originally baked for ANZAC Day. Perfectly crispy and chewy, ANZAC Biscuits are a nostalgic delight that bring a touch of history to your kitchen. 

Ingredients:

- 1 cup rolled oats

- 1 cup desiccated coconut

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1 cup brown sugar

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter

- 2 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup)

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 2 tablespoons boiling water

Instructions:

Preheat Oven:

  Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare Dry Ingredients:

  In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, desiccated coconut, flour, and brown sugar. Mix well.

Melt Butter and Syrup:

  In a small saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat, stirring occasionally until fully combined.

Combine Baking Soda and Water:

  In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in boiling water. Add this mixture to the melted butter and syrup, stirring until it bubbles up.

Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:

  Pour the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined.

Shape Biscuits:

  Using a spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each biscuit slightly with the back of the spoon.

Bake:

  Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown around the edges.

Cool:

  Allow the ANZAC Biscuits to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your homemade ANZAC Biscuits with a cup of tea or coffee, and savor a piece of history with every bite!

Nutritional Values

1 Cup Rolled Oats

  - Calories: 389

  - Carbohydrates: 66g

  - Protein: 17g

  - Fat: 7g

Benefits:

  - Good source of dietary fiber, which supports digestive health.

  - Contains protein and essential nutrients like iron, magnesium, and zinc.

1 Cup Desiccated Coconut

  - Calories: 660

  - Carbohydrates: 24g

  - Protein: 6g

  - Fat: 64g

Benefits:

  - High in healthy fats and fiber.

  - Provides manganese, copper, and iron.

1 Cup All-Purpose Flour

  - Calories: 364

  - Carbohydrates: 76g

  - Protein: 10g

  - Fat: 1g

Benefits:

  - Provides structure and texture to baked goods.

  - Source of carbohydrates for energy.

1 Cup Brown Sugar

  - Calories: 380

  - Carbohydrates: 98g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

  - Adds sweetness and moisture to recipes.

  - Contains small amounts of minerals like calcium, potassium, and iron.

1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter

  - Calories: 717

  - Fat: 81g

  - Carbohydrates: 0.1g

  - Protein: 0.9g

  - Adds flavor and richness.

  - Contains fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

2 Tablespoons Golden Syrup (or Light Corn Syrup)

  - Calories: 320

  - Carbohydrates: 80g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

  - Adds sweetness and moisture.

  - Helps in achieving the desired texture in baking.

1/2 Teaspoon Baking Soda

  - Calories: 0

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

  - Acts as a leavening agent to help baked goods rise.

  - Provides a slight alkalinity that can help with browning.

2 Tablespoons Boiling Water

  - Calories: 0

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

  - Helps dissolve the baking soda.

  - Assists in combining ingredients and achieving the right consistency.

This combination of ingredients is used to make oat biscuits, which are chewy and flavorful. The rolled oats provide fiber, while the desiccated coconut adds richness. Brown sugar and butter contribute to the texture and taste, and the baking soda helps with leavening.