Traditional Anzac Biscuits

Traditional Anzac Biscuits are a fun, simple and delicious biscuit to make and eat.

Kids may need adult supervision as it requires hot liquids. These are the biscuits that have a steep history in Australian tradition.

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180C.

2. In a bowl combine the oats, flour, sugar and coconut.

3. Put the butter and syrup in a small saucepan and melt over low heat.

4. Combine the bicarb and the hot water and add to the butter mixture.  Stir into the dry ingredients.

5. Place tablespoons of the mixture on a greased baking tray allowing plenty of room for spreading.

6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until just browned.

7. Transfer the Anzac biscuits to a wire rack to cool.

Recipe Hints and Tips:

• Anzac Biscuits are suitable to freeze for up to four months.

Housewives used to make these biscuits to send to the troops on the front line. They have been a part of Australian history for more than 100 years!

Here’s a Gluten-free version: Gluten-Free Anzac Slice