South African Hertzoggies
South African Hertzoggies are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, combining a buttery crumbly base with a sweet coconut meringue topping and a fruity jam surprise. These irresistible cookies are perfect for tea time or festive gatherings, offering a taste of South Africa in every bite. Easy to prepare, they are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: South African
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup apricot or raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually incorporate flour until well combined.
- Gently fold in shredded coconut.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, creating an indentation in each dollop for the jam.
- Fill each indentation with approximately half a teaspoon of jam.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown. Allow cooling on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg