Treacle Crispy Treats

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large saucepan, melt the butter and sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally.

   Tip: Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to the boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the golden syrup, egg, salt, baking powder, tartaric acid, and malt vinegar.

   Tip: The mixture should thicken and turn a deep amber color.

5. 5

   Add the flour and stir until a dough forms.

6. 6

   Gradually add the water and vegetable oil to the dough, stirring until a sticky dough forms.

7. 7

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

   Tip: Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to a thickness of 1 cm (0.4 in).

8. 8

   Cut out desired shapes from the dough and place on the prepared baking tray.

   Tip: Use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes.

9. 9

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the treats are golden brown.

10. 10

    Remove the treats from the oven and let them cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

    Tip: Allow the treats to cool completely before serving.

11. 11

    Serve the Treacle Crispy Treats warm, or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.