Anzac biscuits have been a classic in Australia and New Zealand since World War 1. Baked by family to send to military personnel serving far from home, the ingredients didn’t spoil easily and stood up well to transportation across countries, continents and the oceans in between. They were also popular at fetes and fundraising ventures to support the troops during war time. Our favourite version of the classic Anzac biscuit recipe was passed onto me by the mother of a child I taught many, many years ago – you can find it here. And with a few minor tweaks, the biscuit recipe transforms into this tasty Anzac Slice, perfect for lunch boxes, and super perfect if you just don’t have the time to roll and flatten individual biscuit balls!
So here it is – Anzac Slice – presented with a few tasty variations too!
Calories
3418 cal
Fat
362 g
Carbs
45 g
Protein
12 g
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Anzac Slice
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Ingredients
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup raw sugar
- 2/3 cup desiccated coconut
- 125gm butter
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon bicarb soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180˚C (or 160˚C fan forced). Line a slice pan with baking paper.
- In a bowl, combine dry ingredients.
- In a small saucepan, combine butter, golden syrup and water and stir over a low heat until butter has melted.
- Remove from heat and stir bicarb soda into butter mixture.
- Add butter mixture to dry ingredients and combine.
- Press the mixture evenly into the slice pan.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, until slice is golden brown (it only takes 20 minutes in my oven). Allow to cool completely in the pan or it will crumble when sliced.
- Cut into pieces and serve or store in an air tight container.
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Fat
Carbs
Protein
Save RecipeIngredients
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup raw sugar
- 2/3 cup desiccated coconut
- 125gm butter
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon bicarb soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180˚C (or 160˚C fan forced). Line a slice pan with baking paper.
- In a bowl, combine dry ingredients.
- In a small saucepan, combine butter, golden syrup and water and stir over a low heat until butter has melted.
- Remove from heat and stir bicarb soda into butter mixture.
- Add butter mixture to dry ingredients and combine.
- Press the mixture evenly into the slice pan.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, until slice is golden brown (it only takes 20 minutes in my oven). Allow to cool completely in the pan or it will crumble when sliced.
- Cut into pieces and serve or store in an air tight container.
Variations:
Fruity Anzac Slice: Add 1/2 cup sultanas (or raisins), dried cranberries or chopped dates to the dry ingredient mix (step 2).
Chocolate Drizzled Anzac Slice: Once slice has cooled, melt white or milk chocolate according to the package instructions and drizzle over the top of the slice. Refrigerate until the chocolate has set. Serve.
This recipe is also great for cooking with kids. AJ (almost 3 years old) was in charge of sifting and stirring the dry ingredients while Immy (7 years old) took care of the wet ingredients (with supervision when using the stove).
Are you an Anzac Biscuit lover? Have you ever tried Anzac Slice?
Christie Burnett is an early childhood teacher, presenter, writer and the editor of Childhood 101. More importantly, she is a Mum who believes wholeheartedly in the value of children learning through play, the importance of quality early education, and the togetherness of family.
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