Easy Anzac Slice Recipe
Anzac slice is an experience that combines simplicity, tradition, and delicious rewards. This recipe is perfect for both seasoned bakers and beginners, thanks to its straightforward process and minimal preparation time. With just a handful of pantry staples like rolled oats, golden syrup, and desiccated coconut, you can create a treat that feels both nostalgic and comforting.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup 90g rolled oats
- 1 cup 150g plain flour
- 1 cup 85g desiccated coconut
- 3/4 cup 160g brown sugar
- 125 g 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional, for added flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Tray
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Line a rectangular or square baking tin (about 20cm x 30cm) with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine:
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 1 cup of plain flour
- 1 cup of desiccated coconut
- 3/4 cup of brown sugar
- Mix the dry ingredients well, ensuring there are no lumps in the sugar.
Step 3: Prepare the Wet Ingredients
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt:
- 125g of unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons of golden syrup
- Stir occasionally until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Step 4: Activate the Baking Soda
- In a small heatproof bowl or cup, combine:
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 2 tablespoons of boiling water
- Stir until the baking soda is dissolved.
- Quickly pour this mixture into the melted butter and golden syrup. It will foam up slightly—this reaction is essential for the slice's texture.
Step 5: Mix Everything Together
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients.
- Stir thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 6: Assemble and Bake
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking tin.
- Use the back of a spoon or a spatula to press it down firmly and evenly into the tin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
- Remove the tin from the oven and let it cool in the tin for about 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the slice out of the tin.
- Place it on a cutting board and cut into squares or rectangles, as desired.
Notes
Tips for Success
For a softer slice, slightly underbake it (20 minutes). For a crunchier texture, bake for closer to 25 minutes.
Store the slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
For a softer slice, slightly underbake it (20 minutes). For a crunchier texture, bake for closer to 25 minutes.
Store the slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.