Crunchies

Bokenpop aka Madeleine's Note:

These cookies are a standard item in every cookie jar in each home in South Africa!

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 36

• 500 ml oatmeal (not instant)
• 250 ml flour
• 250 ml shredded coconut
• 200 ml sugar
• 250 g margarine
• 15 ml golden syrup
• 5 ml baking soda
• 5 ml baking powder

Directions:

1. Melt margarine and syrup together in a large pot.
2. Add baking soda and stir.
3. The mixture will froth up, just keep stirring until all of it has frothed up.
4. Add all remaining ingredients and mix well.
5. Press into a greased baking sheet.
6. Dough must be 1 1/2 cm thick.
7. Bake at 350F for 25 minutes.
8. While still hot, cut into squares and leave to set before removing to cooling rack.

Reviews

[jetomi]

Wonderful. Just like I remember growing up. My children and husband love them and I double the recipe.

[fussock]

Great taste . BUT why won't mine SET firn. They very crumby. BUT TASTY. I will use it for a cheese cake base. (this time) Leskin

[Chef #841114]

This is just the way I remember them!