Recipe: ANZAC Biscuits

Minaret Station’s chef Alastair Wilson shares his family recipe

ANZAC biscuits, a long-standing tradition and a symbol of remembrance for those who have fought and died for our country. The tradition began when wives and groups would send these biscuits to soldiers abroad as the ingredients did not spoil during transportation. These delicious biscuits were also used as means to raise funds to support war efforts. Enjoy our family recipe as we commemorate our servicemen and women this weekend.

• Ingredients: ANZAC Biscuits

  • 1 cup organic oats  

  • 1/2 cup desiccated coconut  

  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut  

  • 1 1/4 cup flour  

  • 1 tsp baking soda  

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar  

  • 1/2 cup caster sugar  

  • 125gr butter  

  • 1/4 cup golden syrup 

  • 2 tbsp boiling water. 

ANZAC Biscuits

Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add all dry ingredients (oats, flour, coconut & baking soda), mix well to combine.

Step 2
In a medium saucepan add sugar, butter, and golden syrup. Place on a medium heat and melt until sugar has dissolved - about 10 minutes.  

Step 3
Add the wet ingredients (butter, syrup and sugar), plus boiling water into dry mix. Mix until well combined. Preheat oven to 180 degrees.  

Step 4
Roll biscuit dough to roughly 20-30 gram balls, place on oven tray lined with baking paper. Bake at 180 for around 15 minutes or until golden brown.  

Enjoy with a cup of English breakfast tea.