Afghans

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey delight of Afghans, a classic New Zealand cookie packed with layers of texture and flavor. These easy-to-make biscuits combine a buttery cocoa-infused base with crunchy cornflakes for a satisfying crunch in every bite. Topped with a smooth, velvety chocolate icing and crowned with a walnut half, Afghans are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, these treats are perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or a simple homemade indulgence. With their irresistible balance of sweetness and nuttiness, Afghans are sure to become a favorite in your cookie repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 175 grams All-purpose flour
• 25 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 50 grams Cornflakes
• 150 grams Powdered (icing) sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for icing)
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder (for icing)
• 2 tablespoons Hot water
• 12 pieces Walnut halves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Sift in the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder, then mix until just combined.

Step 4

Gently fold in the cornflakes, being careful not to crush them too much.

Step 5

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and shape it into a ball. Place each ball onto the prepared baking tray, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) of space between them.

Step 6

Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon to create a rounded cookie shape.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are firm to the touch. Allow them to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the icing, sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a small bowl. Add the melted butter and hot water, then mix until smooth and spreadable.

Step 9

Once the cookies have cooled, spread a spoonful of the icing on top of each cookie.

Step 10

Press a walnut half into the center of the icing on each cookie.

Step 11

Allow the icing to set before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(803.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3746.9

Total Fat 222.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 504.9mg	0%
Sodium 481.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 453.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 256.4g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 180.7IU	0%
Calcium 145.6mg	0%
Iron 27.9mg	0%
Potassium 1147.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 45.8%