These afghan biscuits are creamy, chocolatey and crunchy - they could almost be the definition of perfection! Always a big hit with the kids and, of course, grown-ups too. A a classic Kiwi treat!
½ cup Chelsea Caster Sugar or Chelsea Organic Raw Sugar (113g)
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 ¼ cups Edmonds Standard Grade Flour (188g)
¼ cup cocoa powder (20g)
1 ½ cups cornflakes (or crushed Weetbix)
Icing
1 ½ cups Chelsea Icing Sugar (225g)
1 Tbsp cocoa powder
1 Tbsp butter, softened
2-3 Tbsp boiling water
Walnut halves, to decorate (optional)
Additional tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
To freeze the Afghan Biscuits, wrap in clingfilm and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to come to room temperature before eating.
Can I make Afghan Biscuits without walnuts? Yes! The walnuts on top are traditional but optional. You can leave them off or swap them for another topping like coconut or extra chocolate icing.
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Reviews
332
What did you think of this recipe?
Season M
I only had SR flour so I used 1 cup of that & 1/4 cup of cornflour as I prefer crumbley? (Is that a word?) Afghans. I followed reviewers instructions of ensuring butter and flour were light and fluffy before continuing and I have to agree with the majority. These are THE BEST Afghan biscuits I've ever had. I have had a few failed recipes in the past so am very stoked to have found this one.
5
S
Biscuits just melted in the oven and are about as dense as spun sugar...
1
Unknown
These biscuits are great. Tasty and quick and easy to make!
5
Leeann
Replace vanilla essence with caramel essence....delicious !
5
Judy
Should have read reviews first. My son a coeliac and I tried with gluten free flour. Turned out one big flat pancake. Think will try again though with addition of baking powder as suggested. Will let you know how they turn out :) smell fantastic
3
Jasmine
I find adding an extra 100g of butter and baking them for only 6-8 minutes taking them out when they are still soft but cooked :) This will make it chewy and not too dry
5
Harriet
in the oven now.....YUM, these will be sooooo good.
4
tim
good
5
Fiona
I love this recipe because all the measurements are in CUP, so I do not need a kitchen scale, Yeah! feels so easy and a success baking for new baker.
5
Dion
These are awesome. I add 200 grams of milk chocolate drops. They don't last long!
Preheat oven to 180°C bake. Line two large baking trays with baking paper.
In a large bowl, beat butter, Chelsea Caster Sugar or Chelsea Organic Raw Sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
Sift in the flour and cocoa. Stir until mostly combined, then add the cornflakes and mix well.
Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls and place on prepared trays. Press down lightly with a fork.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, until biscuits are just firm to the touch. Leave on trays for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing Sift Chelsea Icing Sugar and cocoa powder into a bowl. Add butter and 1 tablespoon boiling water at a time, mixing well and adding more hot water as required until icing is a spreadable consistency. Ice cooled biscuits and decorate with walnut halves, if desired.
Additional tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
To freeze the Afghan Biscuits, wrap in clingfilm and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to come to room temperature before eating.
Can I make Afghan Biscuits without walnuts? Yes! The walnuts on top are traditional but optional. You can leave them off or swap them for another topping like coconut or extra chocolate icing.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my Afghan biscuit dough crumbly?
The butter may be too cold. Make sure it is nice and soft before beating.
How can I tell when the Afghan biscuits are cooked?
Visually, it can be quite hard to tell when Afghan biscuits are cooked due to the dark
cocoa. You can usually smell more than see when they are cooked, though the biscuits
should look dry on the outside and be firm to the touch.
How do I ensure a smooth icing on my Afghan biscuits?
Make sure you sift the icing sugar and cocoa powder before mixing. Boiling or hot water will help to dissolve any remaining lumps.
Can I make Afghan biscuits gluten free?
Yes! Swap the flour for gluten-free flour and use gluten-free cornflakes.
I only had SR flour so I used 1 cup of that & 1/4 cup of cornflour as I prefer crumbley? (Is that a word?) Afghans. I followed reviewers instructions of ensuring butter and flour were light and fluffy before continuing and I have to agree with the majority. These are THE BEST Afghan biscuits I've ever had. I have had a few failed recipes in the past so am very stoked to have found this one.
5
S
Biscuits just melted in the oven and are about as dense as spun sugar...
1
Unknown
These biscuits are great. Tasty and quick and easy to make!
5
Leeann
Replace vanilla essence with caramel essence....delicious !
5
Judy
Should have read reviews first. My son a coeliac and I tried with gluten free flour. Turned out one big flat pancake. Think will try again though with addition of baking powder as suggested. Will let you know how they turn out :) smell fantastic
3
Jasmine
I find adding an extra 100g of butter and baking them for only 6-8 minutes taking them out when they are still soft but cooked :) This will make it chewy and not too dry
5
Harriet
in the oven now.....YUM, these will be sooooo good.
4
tim
good
5
Fiona
I love this recipe because all the measurements are in CUP, so I do not need a kitchen scale, Yeah! feels so easy and a success baking for new baker.
5
Dion
These are awesome. I add 200 grams of milk chocolate drops. They don't last long!