Anzac Biscuits (with a Healthy Twist)

I actually started developing this healthier Anzac biscuit recipe quite a few years ago. After lots of experimenting, (and a lot of taste testing!) I finally landed on a version I was happy to share.

And yes… I know there’s always a bit of debate about whether they’re still a “true” Anzac biccie if you stray from the traditional ingredients.

I’ll let you decide though. I think they speak for themselves.

Anzac biscuits on a plate with a cup of tea

Why are these Anzac biscuits so good?

What makes these Anzacs such a great treat is that they’re made with simple, real ingredients.

They’re naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, so you still get a lovely sweetness without the overly sugary hit you often get with Anzacs.

This recipe uses a combination of:

  • almond meal
  • oats
  • coconut
  • pure maple syrup

There’s also a little bit of peanut butter in there, which adds a subtle crunch and richness.

If you’ve cut back on added sugar, you’ll probably notice the difference straight away – these are just nicely sweet, without that heavy, “too much” feeling afterwards.

And for the real test… even Jayson (my very fussy dessert/sweets critic hubby 😄) is a fan.

Anzac biscuits on a cooling rack

How to Make These Anzac Biscuits

So easy to make, with just a few ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

Anzac dry ingredients in a bowl
Butter, maple syrup and peanut butter in a pan
Anzac biscuit batter
Uncooked Anzac biscuit balls on a tray

 

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⫸ And these muesli bars are an excellent post-workout snack or a healthy lunchbox treat:
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HEALTHY ANZAC BISCUITS RECIPE


I developed this Anzac biscuit recipe as a healthier option to traditional style recipes. They are still a treat though, so try not to go overboard and eat too many in one sitting!
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Course: biscuits, cookies
Cuisine: Australian
Keyword: Anzac biscuits, Anzacs
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Total Servings: 10
Author: Wendy Hodge

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup almond meal
  • ½ cup oats
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • pinch salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp natural crunchy peanut butter

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 140-150℃ and line a baking tray with paper.
  • In a medium sized bowl combine the almond meal, oats, coconut, salt, baking powder and cinnamon.
  • Gently heat the butter, peanut butter and maple syrup in a small saucepan until melted and combined.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix thoroughly.
  • Take tablespoons of the mixture and flatten into round circles on the tray.
  • Cook for 25-35 minutes, depending on your oven.
  • Remove from the oven and leave on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

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Notes

This recipe makes 9-10 biscuits.
Store in an airtight container, if you have any left over!

Nutrition per Serve

Serving: 1biscuit | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.5g | Protein: 2.2g | Fat: 8.9g

NUTRITION NOTE

Nutrition information should be used as a guide only

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