Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.75 cup

caster sugar

125 g

butter

2 unit

eggs

0.25 tsp

ground lemon myrtle

0.5 cup

honey

infused with lemon myrtle essential oil

2.67 cup

plain flour

sifted

1.5 tsp

baking powder

3 tbsp

milk

1 cup

dried fig

finely chopped

0.5 cup

desiccated coconut

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2
~2 min

Grease baking trays.

Step 3
~2 min

Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl until pale and fluffy.

Step 4
~2 min

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in the ground lemon myrtle and lemon myrtle infused honey.

Step 6
~2 min

Sift flour and baking powder into the bowl.

Step 7
~2 min

Add milk and mix until just combined.

Step 8
~2 min

Fold in the chopped figs and desiccated coconut.

Step 9
~2 min

Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking trays, leaving space between each.

Step 10
~2 min

Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11
~2 min

Remove from the oven and let cool on the tray before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a stronger lemon myrtle flavor, add a few drops of lemon myrtle essential oil directly to the dough (use sparingly).

Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pair with a cup of tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Cheese platter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Australia

Cultural Significance

Incorporates native Australian ingredients like lemon myrtle.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Australia Day
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Afternoon tea
Snack time
Holiday baking

Popularity Score

65/100

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