Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1
1 cup plain flour, sifted
2
1 cup rolled oats
3
1 cup desiccated coconut
4
1 cup brown sugar
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½ cup butter
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2 tbsp golden syrup
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1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
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2 tbsp boiling water
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1
Combine the flour (sifted), oats, coconut and sugar in a bowl.
2
Melt the butter and golden syrup in a saucepan over a low heat.
3
Mix the bicarbonate of soda with the water, and add to the butter and golden syrup.
4
Pour the liquids into the dry ingredients and mix well.
5
Spoon dollops of mixture about the size of a walnut shell onto a greased baking sheet, leaving as much space again between dollops to allow for spreading.
6
Bake in a moderate oven (180°C / 350°F) for 15–20 minutes.
15–20 minutes
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Cool on a wire rack and seal in airtight containers.
Notes
- •The American tablespoon is a little smaller than the British/Australian tablespoon, so be generous with your golden syrup and water.