Best 4 South African Chocolate Crunchies Recipes

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South African chocolate crunchies, also known as "choklits," are a beloved and iconic confectionery treat that holds a special place in the hearts of many. These bite-sized delights are a perfect blend of rich chocolate, crunchy biscuit crumbs, and a hint of nostalgia. Whether you are a local craving a taste of home or a newcomer seeking to explore the culinary treasures of South Africa, discovering the best recipe for chocolate crunchies is a delightful adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTH AFRICAN CRUNCHIES



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This is a popular after school or lunch bag treat for all South African kids. Most South African baking is done using self-rising flour - and I highly recommend using it! The kind we get here in Canada is Brodie's.

Provided by Emjay99

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup margarine
3 tablespoons golden syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups self-rising flour, DO NOT SUBSTITUTE
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups quick oats, not instant
1 cup unsweetened coconut, medium

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 or 350.
  • Melt margarine on low heat. Add the golden syrup and stir well. Stir in vanilla extract and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl sift in the flour.
  • Add the sugar, oats and coconut stir well until evenly mixed.
  • Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and add the margarine/syrup mixture. Use an electric mixer to make sure all is incorporated evenly.
  • Press mixture into a sprayed 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Dough will be about a half inch thick.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown and depending on your oven so watch carefully. Edges may burn.
  • Remove from oven and using a pizza cutter cut into 24 bars. Gently remove and place on a wire rack until cooled. Store in an airtight container. Freeze well.

SOUTH AFRICAN CHOCOLATE CRUNCHIES



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They are crunchy squares with a yummy chocolate topping. They are easy to make and popular with kids to make and eat. Once made they won't stay around for long. There is a version of these that does not use chocolate but they are not as popular. I have reduced the sugar to 1/2 a cup, if you would like them sweeter use 1 cup of sugar.

Provided by karin.beckwith

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 24 squares, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup flour
1 cup oats
1 cup coconut
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
125 g butter or 125 g margarine
2 tablespoons syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sifted icing sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Mix all the dry ingredients for the crunchies, except for the baking soda.
  • Melt the butter and syrup together.
  • Add the baking soda and stir.
  • Pour into the dry ingredients and mix well.
  • Press into a medium sized greased baking pan, about 10 by 8 inches.Use the back of a spoon to press the mixture together and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350dgrees F.
  • Mix together all the ingredients for the icing
  • Microwave 1 or 2 minutes until mixture is smooth.
  • Pour the hot icing over the hot crunchies, tilt pan to cover the entire surface of the crunchy.
  • Cut into squares when cool.

CHOCOLATE CRUNCHIES RECIPE



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Provided by Dirnise Britz

Categories     Snacks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brown sugar
250 g butter
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cocoa
1½ cup desiccated coconut
2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • In a mixing bowl, sift all the dry ingredients together then add wet ingredients. Combine until it creates a biscuit dough ball.
  • Place in a greased oven tray, flatten the dough in the tray until it has an equal surface.
  • Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes. When cooled, drizzle melted chocolate over and cut into equal squares.

Nutrition Facts :

CRUNCHIES



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These cookies are similar to Anzac biscuits, but are not as hard. They are very quick to make, and go down well with a cup of tea.

Provided by Kerry-Lee

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon golden syrup
⅞ cup butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
2 cups rolled oats

Steps:

  • Boil butter or margarine and syrup together. Add soda. You should end up with a frothy mixture after soda is added. Stir in coconut, flour, sugar, and oats, and stir well. Press mixture lightly into a large baking tray.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Cool, and cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 87.9 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the taste of your crunchies.
  • Don't overcook the sugar syrup. If you do, it will become too hard and brittle.
  • Be careful when melting the chocolate. If you overheat it, it will seize up and become unusable.
  • Work quickly when adding the chocolate to the sugar syrup. The mixture will start to set quickly, so you need to work quickly to get it all mixed together.
  • Be patient when waiting for the crunchies to set. It can take several hours, but it's worth the wait.

Conclusion:

South African chocolate crunchies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chocolate, give these crunchies a try. You won't be disappointed.

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