Ginger Crunch Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly simple yet irresistible Ginger Crunch recipe! A delightful treat from an old Australia & New Zealand cookbook, this New Zealand classic features a crunchy biscuit base generously smothered in zesty ginger icing and topped with sweet, spicy crystallised ginger. Perfect for satisfying your ginger cravings!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 144.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ginger Crunch

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How to Make Ginger Crunch

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20cm square baking tin.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and then add the flour, ginger, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
  4. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared tin.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. While the base is baking, prepare the icing: In a medium bowl, beat the butter until soft. Gradually add the icing sugar, ginger, and lemon juice, beating until smooth and creamy.
  7. Once the biscuit base is cool, spread the icing evenly over the top.
  8. Decorate with crystallised ginger pieces.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the icing to set before cutting into squares and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

23g

Carbs

5g