ANZAC Cookies
Get ready to savor a taste of history with these classic ANZAC Cookies, a timeless favorite from Australia and New Zealand. Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, desiccated coconut, golden syrup, and brown sugar, these cookies bring a delicious balance of chewy and crisp textures with every bite. The recipe honors its wartime origins with no eggs, creating a sturdy, long-lasting treat that remains irresistibly flavorful. Perfectly golden and lightly caramelized, these cookies are easy to prepare in just 30 minutes and make for a comforting snack or a thoughtful gift. Whether you’re celebrating ANZAC Day or simply craving something nostalgic, this recipe is sure to become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, desiccated coconut, and brown sugar. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter with the golden syrup and water. Stir occasionally until fully melted and combined.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the baking soda, stirring quickly. The mixture will bubble up significantly.
Pour the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a firm dough is formed.
Using your hands, roll tablespoonfuls of the mixture into balls and place them on the prepared baking trays, allowing about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Gently press the balls down with the back of a spoon to flatten them slightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the trays for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the ANZAC cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.8 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.8 g | 489% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1361 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1294 mg | 28% | |
*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.
