Anzac Recipe

Anzac Biscuits

Australia’s most delicious biscuits! Do you believe these biscuits are super crunchy or even have a buttery caramel flavour? The word “ANZAC” means Australian and New Zealand Army Cops and most importantly ANZAC Day on “25th April 1915”. It’s an icon of history, traditional beliefs, and strength. These crunchy and chewy oats treat are amazing. It’s a wow!  Anzac is made with pantry staples and is still loved today. Give it a try! 

A combination of oats and golden syrup are most cool thing about Anzac biscuits. That’s why every Aussie loves these

A Bite of History 

Anzac originated at the time of World War I, and was made by wives and women’s groups. These biscuits are eggless ( a scarce product especially in a war situation), due to which helps save for a longer time without refrigeration. Parcel in care packages helps comfort soldiers away from home

Now, these iconic buns give happiness in Australia and New Zealand, as they taste like old memories and reminders. 

Ingredients for Anzac

Ingredients Name Quantity

Oats                                                                       1 cup 

Flour                                                                      1 cup 

Butter (Unalted)                                                    100 g ( tablespoon) 

Desiccated Coconut                                              ¾ cup 

Brown Sugar                                                       ¾ cup             

Golden Syrup                                                      2 tablespoons 

Baking soda                                                        ½ tsp 

Warm water                                                        1½ tablespoons 

Salt (optional)                                                     Pinch 

Note: Golden syrup is a classic one, but maple syrup or honey can be advised if needed

Instructions

Preheat the Oven

Step 1 : Preheat the oven to 160°C ( 320°F) and, as always, use parchment paper to line a tray

Combine Ingredients

Step 2 : In a big bowl, mix oats, flour, desiccated coconut, and brown sugar. Mix everything properly

Golden Syrup

Step 3 : In another saucepan over a low heat, gently melt the butter and golden syrup. Wait until it’s perfectly melted and away from the heat

Add Baking Soda

Step 4 : When butter and golden syrup are melted, start dissolving the baking soda in warm water, and then mix with the melted butter. You see that foam creates– don’t worry, this is quite normal, just to provide Anzac a chewy texture

Mix Ingredients

Step 5 :Now mix the wet and dry ingredients. Combine until all ingredients are perfectly coated and become a sticky dough

Roll out Biscuit

Step 6: Rolled tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and converted them into balls. Now, place them on the tray with an even space. Flatten the Anzac with your palm or prefer back of a spoon

Bake Biscuit

Step 7 : Bake Anzac for at least 12-15 minutes until it becomes golden brown.  If you need chewy biscuits, do prefer baking on the lower end ( 12-13 minutes) 

If you need crispy biscuits, prefer for longer baking time ( 14-15 minutes) 

Cool Biscuit

Step 8 : Let the Anzac biscuits cool on the tray for a maximum of 5 minutes. After cooling, transfer them to a wire rack

Tips & Tricks

  • Do not use instant oats; rather than prefer rolled oats to form the right texture 
  • Do not forget to add baking soda, its very crucial for biscuits to be chewy
  • Put Anzac in an airtight container for a week
  • You can freeze the biscuits; just use parchment paper and wrap them

Everyone needs special treatment, and Anzac biscuits know about special serving ideas and pair in a unique way. 

Serving Tips

  • Serve Anzac with a cup of tea or coffee
  • Do prefer vanilla ice cream for a crunchy treat 
  • For children, put Anzac biscuits in the lunchbox for a healthy snack

More About Anzac

Is this recipe helpful? Hope you’ll understand Anzac biscuits deeply. It is a simple, easy-to-make, and quick recipe for Australians. You just need simple ingredients, and then you’re good to go. These rolled shaped biscuits are not just a dream, it’s a history, delicious, and a cultural heritage. 

Never miss out on this crunchy treat!