Best 2 Anzac Biscuits Cookies Recipes

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In the vast culinary heritage of Australia and New Zealand, ANZAC biscuits reign supreme as a symbol of resilience, unity, and shared history. These delectable treats were first baked during World War I by resourceful home cooks who sought to send a taste of home to soldiers fighting overseas. ANZAC biscuits quickly gained popularity on the battlefields and at home, becoming an enduring legacy of the ANZAC spirit. Our comprehensive guide presents a collection of ANZAC biscuit recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and tastes. Indulge in the classic ANZAC biscuit recipe, a harmonious blend of oats, flour, sugar, butter, golden syrup, and coconut. Experience the delightful variations, including gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free options, ensuring everyone can savor the goodness of these iconic biscuits.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ANZAC BISCUITS (COOKIES)



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Anzac biscuits are a traditional Aussie biscuit that were baked by the wives and mothers during World War I and packed into food parcels to be shipped to the soldiers. They included basic staple items as food was rationed during the war and times were hard. Today they are enjoyed as a good everyday basic biscuit and many Aussies bake these cookies to remember our soldiers and history on Anzac Day 25 April. This recipe uses Australian metric measurements- 1 tablespoon = 4 teaspoons

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 50 biscuits, 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups rolled oats, dry uncooked oats
1 3/4 cups desiccated coconut
2 cups plain flour
1 3/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar (can use more white sugar here if you dont like brown sugar)
250 g butter (1 cup butter)
2 tablespoons golden syrup (8 teaspoon equivelant)
3 teaspoons bicarbonate of soda (bicarb soda)
3 tablespoons boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 160C (if using fan-forced oven) or 180°C Line biscuit trays with a quality baking paper or lightly grease with butter.
  • Using a large mixing bowl -- combine the oats, coconut, flour and sugars.
  • Using a small saucepan or microwave -- melt the butter and golden syrup together. Set aside.
  • Using a cup -- mix the boiling water and bicarb soda together. Add this mixture to the melted butter. The mixture will foam up.
  • Add the butter to the dry ingredients and combine thoroughly.
  • Note -- if the mixture is too crumbly the biscuits will not hold together -- add a small amount of water. I've posted a photo of how I like my mixture to look. You should be able to get a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it together/push into shape of a cookie. Add too much water and your biscuits will flatten out totally during cooking.
  • Using your hands. Roll into balls and flatten slightly. These cookies do spread whilst baking -- so I usually place 12 to a cookie sheet/baking tray.
  • Place on baking trays and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cooking longer will give a crunchier biscuit or less time a softer biscuit. I like mine to be crisp. Total cooking time will depend on how many cookies/trays can fit in your oven at a time.
  • Cool on trays for 5 to 10 minutes before moving to a rack to cool.
  • If biscuits are too soft they can be returned to the oven and cooked further.

ANZAC BISCUITS (COOKIES)



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Categories     Cookies     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Molasses

Yield 20 biscuits/cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

85g porridge oats
85g desiccated coconut
100g plain flour
100g caster sugar
100g butter , plus extra butter for greasing
1 tbsp golden syrup
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Put the oats, coconut, flour and sugar in a bowl. Melt the butter in a small pan and stir in the golden syrup. Add the bicarbonate of soda to 2 tbsp boiling water, then stir into the golden syrup and butter mixture. 2. Make a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour in the butter and golden syrup mixture. Stir gently to incorporate the dry ingredients. 3. Put dessertspoonfuls of the mixture on to buttered baking sheets, about 2.5cm/1in apart to allow room for spreading. Bake in batches for 8-10 mins until golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final product. Use high-quality butter, flour, and oats.
  • Follow the recipe carefully: Anzac biscuits are a simple recipe, but it's important to follow the instructions carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the biscuits tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the biscuits hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown: The biscuits should be golden brown around the edges and slightly soft in the center.

Conclusion:

Anzac biscuits are a delicious and iconic Australian cookie. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon snack to a special holiday treat. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, Anzac biscuits are a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying treat, give Anzac biscuits a try.

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