Description
Australian Busters are crunchy, Aussie-style cookies that are perfect for a sweet treat. These coconut and oat cookies are easy to make and have a delightful golden syrup flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the flour, coconut, oats, brown sugar, and salt.
- Prepare wet mixture: In a small saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat. Dissolve baking soda in boiling water, then add to the butter mixture.
- Mix the dough: Combine wet and dry ingredients, then scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet.
- Bake: Flatten the cookies and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies are similar to ANZAC biscuits.
- For variation, add chocolate chips or dried fruit.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
