Afghans With Weet Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• STEP 3.Crush the Weet-Bix into fine crumbs and add them to the bowl along with the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder. Mix well to combine.
• STEP 4.Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on the prepared baking tray. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork.
• STEP 5.Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are firm to the touch.
• STEP 6.While the biscuits are cooling, prepare the chocolate icing by melting the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth.
• STEP 7.Once the biscuits have cooled, spread a small amount of chocolate icing on top of each biscuit and place a walnut on top.
• STEP 8.Allow the icing to set before serving. These Afghans with Weet can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to crush the Weet-Bix into fine crumbs to ensure an even texture in the biscuits.
• If you prefer a stronger chocolate flavor, you can add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the chocolate icing.
• For a variation, you can substitute the walnuts with chopped almonds or pecans.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Afghans with Weet in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Serve them as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee.
• These biscuits also make a great homemade gift for friends and family.