Kwai Lekr Crunchies (South African Oat Biscuits)

Ingredients

• 2 cups (about 180g) rolled oats
• 1 cup (125g) cake flour (or all-purpose flour)
• 1 cup (200g) white sugar (or half white, half brown sugar for a richer taste)
• 1 cup (100g) desiccated coconut
• 125g (about 1/2 cup) butter
• 2 tablespoons golden syrup (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoons milk (or water)

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180C (350F).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the oats, flour, sugar and coconut.

3. 3

   In a pot, melt the butter and golden syrup together over low heat.

4. 4

   Mix the baking soda with the milk, then add it to the melted butter mixture - it will foam up.

5. 5

   Pour the foamy mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until combined.

6. 6

   Press the mixture evenly into a greased baking tray (about 20x20cm). Flatten well.

7. 7

   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.

8. 8

   While still warm, cut into squares or rectangles. Let them cool completely in the pan before removing.