South African Hertzoggies
South African Hertzoggies are irresistible pastries that combine a buttery, crumbly crust with a sweet coconut filling and a fruity jam topping. Each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures, making them perfect for tea time, celebrations, or simply as a treat any day of the week. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these treats are sure to impress your guests and become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: South African
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup apricot or raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and coconut flakes. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined into a soft dough.
- Scoop small balls of dough into the muffin cups, creating shallow wells in each for the filling.
- Spoon jam into each pastry well, allowing it to spill slightly over edges.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg