Follow these steps for perfect results
caster sugar
butter
eggs
ground lemon myrtle
honey
infused with lemon myrtle essential oil
plain flour
sifted
baking powder
milk
dried fig
finely chopped
desiccated coconut
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease baking trays.
Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl until pale and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the ground lemon myrtle and lemon myrtle infused honey.
Sift flour and baking powder into the bowl.
Add milk and mix until just combined.
Fold in the chopped figs and desiccated coconut.
Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking trays, leaving space between each.
Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the tray before serving.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Serve on a platter with a dusting of icing sugar.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Pair with a cup of tea or coffee.
A sweet dessert wine complements the honey and fig flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Incorporates native Australian ingredients like lemon myrtle.
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