A Clear and Fresh Take on Anzac Biscuits
Why these biscuits stand out
These Spelt Anzac Biscuits keep the classic flavour while adding a gentle nutty note from spelt flour. They stay crisp at the edges and soft in the centre. The recipe is simple and works well even if you are not an experienced baker. Every step is short and direct.
What makes this version appealing
Spelt flour gives a smooth texture and a clean taste. The dough comes together fast, and the bake time is short. You can shape the biscuits any size you like, and they stay fresh for days. They suit any time of year and work well as a quick snack or a small gift.
Spelt Anzac Biscuits
Description
These Spelt Anzac Biscuits blend oats, coconut, and golden syrup for a clean, classic flavour with a light nutty note from spelt flour. They bake fast, hold a soft centre, and stay crisp at the edges. Great for simple, everyday baking.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Raising Mix
Instructions
Heat the oven.
- Preheat to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a baking tray.
Mix dry ingredients.
- Combine spelt flour, oats, coconut, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
Melt butter and syrup.
- Warm butter and golden syrup in a small pan until melted and smooth.
Activate the bicarbonate of soda.
- Mix the bicarbonate of soda with boiling water. Add this to the butter mixture.
- Note: It will foam slightly.
Combine mixtures.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until the dough comes together.
Shape biscuits.
- Roll small balls of dough and place on the tray. Flatten gently with your fingers.
Bake.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges.
Cool.
- Let the biscuits cool on the tray for 5 minutes before moving to a rack.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 16
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 145kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Saturated Fat 4g20%
- Cholesterol 15mg5%
- Sodium 70mg3%
- Potassium 65mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
- For crisp biscuits, bake an extra 2 minutes.
- For chewier biscuits, bake for 10 minutes only.
- Store in an airtight tin for up to one week.
Optional Substitutions or Variations
- Swap golden syrup for honey, but the flavour will be lighter.
- Use light spelt flour for a softer texture.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.
