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Smuts Cookies
Smuts Cookies
Smuts Cookies typically refers to a type of cookie popular in South Africa. They are delicious, buttery cookies often made with oats, coconut, and sometimes nuts or dried fruit.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/4 cup golden syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, coconut, and sugar.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat until smooth.
- Dissolve the baking soda in 1 tablespoon of boiling water, then add it to the butter mixture.
- Pour the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a dough forms.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruit.
- Take small portions of the dough and roll into balls, then flatten slightly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 568kcal (28%)Carbohydrates: 88g (29%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 21g (32%)Saturated Fat: 13g (81%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 3mg (1%)Sodium: 179mg (8%)Potassium: 312mg (9%)Fiber: 7g (29%)Sugar: 47g (52%)Vitamin A: 51IU (1%)Vitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 67mg (7%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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