Chocolate Afghans
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Chocolate Afghans, a classic treat straight from New Zealand that's perfect for chocolate lovers. These delightful cookies boast a rich, buttery base made with unsalted butter, a hint of cocoa, and the satisfying crunch of cornflakes folded in for a unique texture. Topped with a glossy chocolate icing and finished with a decorative walnut half, each bite delivers the perfect balance of decadence and crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, these delectable cookies are excellent for afternoon tea, dessert platters, or as a homemade gift. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and eye-catching presentation, Chocolate Afghans are sure to become a timeless favorite in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
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 sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons Hot water
- 12 pieces Walnuts (halved)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the bowl, and mix until just combined to form a soft dough.
Gently fold in the cornflakes, being careful not to crush them too much.
Scoop out spoonfuls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each slightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the chocolate icing. Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a small bowl. Add the hot water gradually, mixing until smooth and spreadable.
Once the cookies are fully cooled, spoon a dollop of chocolate icing onto each cookie, then press a walnut half into the icing.
Allow the icing to set before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.4 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.7 g | 528% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.1 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 252.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 1166 mg | 25% | |
*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.
