Recipe: Mānuka Honey ANZAC Biscuits

Golden, chewy, and gently caramelised, these Mānuka Honey ANZAC Biscuits bring a modern twist to a beloved classic.

The addition of mānuka honey adds a subtle floral sweetness and rich caramel notes that complement the toasted oats and coconut beautifully. Crisp at the edges and soft through the centre, they offer the perfect balance of texture and warmth, making them ideal for afternoon tea, lunchboxes, or a simple homemade treat.

Our Daily MGO 400+ Mānuka Honey is the hero ingredient, lending depth of flavour and natural sweetness while elevating this timeless recipe with the distinctive character of premium mānuka honey.

Why You'll Love These Biscuits

• Golden, chewy texture with crisp edges.
• Rich caramel notes from mānuka honey.
• Easy to make with everyday pantry ingredients.
• Perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying with a cup of tea.
• A delicious twist on a classic ANZAC biscuit recipe.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• ¾ cup desiccated coconut
• 1 cup plain flour
• ½ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup dried fruit
• 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
• Optional nuts or seeds

Wet Ingredients

• 125g butter
• ¼ cup Daily MGO 400+ Mānuka Honey
• ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
• 2 tbsp boiling water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make Mānuka Honey ANZAC Biscuits

Prepare the Oven

Preheat the oven to 160°C fan and line a baking tray with baking paper.

Combine the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the oats, coconut, flour, caster sugar, brown sugar, dried fruit, and orange zest. Add any nuts or seeds if using.

Make the Honey Mixture

In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and mānuka honey together until smooth.

Dissolve the bicarbonate of soda in the boiling water, then stir it into the butter mixture. The mixture will foam slightly.

Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Bring Everything Together

Pour the warm honey mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

Shape the Biscuits

Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into balls and place them on the prepared tray, allowing approximately 5cm between each biscuit.

Bake

Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until golden around the edges.

Cool and Serve

Allow the biscuits to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

The Texture

Chewy • golden • caramelised • buttery • comforting

Serving Tip

Enjoy with a cup of tea, coffee, or a warm glass of milk. For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle lightly with warmed mānuka honey just before serving.

Make It Your Own

• Add chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.
• Swap the dried fruit for raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon for gentle warmth.
• Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking to enhance the caramel notes.
• Dip half of each biscuit in dark chocolate once cooled.

A timeless favourite elevated with the rich flavour and natural goodness of mānuka honey.