Treacle Viennese Whirls
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These Treacle Viennese Whirls are absolutely delightful and honestly one of my favorite treats to whip up when I want something special without spending all day in the kitchen. The whole recipe comes together in under an hour, which is perfect for those moments when you're craving homemade baked goods but don't have much time. What I love most is how the golden syrup creates this wonderfully moist, tender crumb while the tea adds a subtle sophistication that keeps people guessing. Golden syrup also contains minerals like potassium and calcium, making it a slightly better choice than refined sugar. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity: just mix, pipe, and bake. No fancy techniques required.
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Ingredients
- 250 gself-raising flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 mlgolden syrup
- 2large eggs
- 100 gunsalted butter, softened
- 6 gbaking powder
- 3 gsalt
- 20 gtwinings english breakfast tea
- 120 mlvegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 170°C (150°C fan-assisted) or 190°C (160°C fan-assisted). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- 2
Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
Tip: Use a digital whisk for the best results.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the golden syrup, eggs, and softened butter until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 5
Gradually pour in the vegetable oil and mix until the batter is smooth.
Tip: If the batter is too thick, add a little more oil.
- 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared baking trays.
Tip: Use a piping bag or a spoon to achieve the desired shape.
- 7
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Tip: Check after 10 minutes for doneness.
- 8
Allow the whirls to cool completely on a wire rack.
Tip: This will help the treacle drizzle set.
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