Afghan Biscuit
Delight your taste buds with the rich, chocolatey goodness of Afghan Biscuits, a classic treat from New Zealand that's perfect for any occasion. These buttery, cocoa-infused cookies stand out with a crunchy surprise of gently folded cornflakes, creating a uniquely textured bite. Topped with a velvety chocolate icing and crowned with a walnut half, each biscuit becomes a luxurious dessert experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, plain flour, cocoa powder, and icing sugar into an indulgent creation that will impress family and friends alike. Whether you're hosting a gathering or seeking a sweet snack with your tea, Afghan Biscuits are the perfect choice for anyone craving exceptional homemade baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 175 grams plain flour
- 25 grams cocoa powder
- 50 grams cornflakes
- 150 grams icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 12 pieces walnut halves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.
Sift in the plain flour and cocoa powder, and mix until just combined. The mixture will be quite stiff.
Gently fold in the cornflakes, being careful not to crush them too much.
Take heaped tablespoonfuls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing them down slightly. Leave some space between each biscuit.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until firm to the touch.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the icing, sift the icing sugar and cocoa powder into a bowl. Gradually add the boiling water, mixing until you get a thick, spreadable consistency.
Once the biscuits are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of the chocolate icing on top of each biscuit.
Top each iced biscuit with a walnut half while the icing is still wet, pressing down gently to secure it.
Allow the icing to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.4 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.3 g | 526% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 485 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 449.2 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 253.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
