Serving size: Serves 10 or more
Cooking time: Less than 30 minutes
Special options: Kid friendly
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Favourite flavours: Cakes/baking, Easy recipes

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INGREDIENTS

200g butter, chopped
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup golden syrup
3 cups plain flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

METHOD

MAKES 40

1. Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. Line 2 oven trays with baking paper.
   
   
2. In a small saucepan, combine butter, sugar and golden syrup. Stir over a low
   heat until melted and combined. Transfer to a large bowl.
   
   
3. Using an electric mixture, beat mixture until light and fluffy. Allow to cool slightly.
   
   
4. Sift flour, spices and soda together. Fold into butter mixture until well combined.
   
   
5. Roll tablespoonfuls of mixture into balls. Arrange on trays, allowing a little space between each. Flatten slightly with a fork. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

TOP TIP

• These can be frozen or stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.