Recipe details
Prep time
15
min
Cooking time
10
min
Total time
25
min
Ingredients
- 200g plain flour
- 150g brown butter
- 50g caster sugar
- 3 tbsp toasted coconut
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 30ml milk
- assorted filled eggs such as Cadbury Creme Eggs, Cadburys Caramel eggs etc
Instructions
- Pre heat your oven to 180ºc and line a tray with greaseproof paper
- Cream together the butter and sugar until well combined and fluffy.
- Next add the milk, vanilla and toasted coconut. Briefly whisk to combine.
- Mix in the flour until it becomes similar to large breadcrumbs then bring together with your hands.
- Lay between two sheets of greaseproof paper and roll to 1cm thick and into a neat square shape. Prick with a fork all over and cut into 12 even strips about 1cm wide.
- Lay on a baking tray covered with greaseproof paper and spread them out evenly. Bake at 180°c for ten minutes and then dip in your favourite filled eggs!
How to make brown butter:
Making brown butter is a simple process that adds a rich, nutty flavour to dishes and baked goods. Here's how to make it:
- Start by placing unsalted butter in a light-colored saucepan. The light color will make it easier to see the color change as the butter browns and help avoid burning.
- Melt the butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a heatproof spatula or wooden spoon. As the butter melts, it will begin to foam.
- Continue cooking the butter, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown colour and develops a nutty aroma. This process usually takes about 5-7 minutes, depending on the amount of butter and the heat level.
- Watch the butter closely as it browns, as it can quickly go from golden brown to burnt. The butter may also sputter and foam more vigorously as it browns, so be careful to avoid splatters.
- Once the butter is browned to your liking, remove it from the heat and transfer it to a heatproof bowl or container to cool slightly before using it in your recipe.
- If desired, you can strain the browned butter through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth to remove any browned milk solids for a clearer butter.
Brown butter adds depth and flavour to a variety of dishes, including sauces, pasta, vegetables, baked goods, and desserts. Enjoy experimenting with this simple yet versatile ingredient in your cooking!
Top tip: I often like to cook a block of butter then once it's browned, pour it into small square tub to cool then chill in the fridge wrapped in parchment so it's ready to use whenever I need it.
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