A modern take on a nostalgic classic, designed to support calm, recovery, and everyday rituals.

There’s something comforting about an ANZAC biscuit. The golden crunch, the hint of coconut, the ritual of baking a batch to share.

But like everything at Salt Lab, we believe even the most familiar moments can do more for your body.

This version keeps everything you love, then quietly upgrades it.

More minerals. Less refined sugar. Ingredients that actually support your nervous system, not just satisfy a craving.

Because magnesium isn’t just something you take at night.

It’s something you can build into your day.

The Magnesium Boost

This isn’t about overcomplicating things. It’s about being intentional.

• Oats → a foundational source of magnesium + slow-release energy

• Pumpkin seeds → one of the most magnesium-dense whole foods

• Sesame seeds → small but powerful mineral support

• Almond meal → adds texture + an extra mineral layer

• Dark chocolate → magnesium, with a little indulgence
  
  

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 3/4 cup desiccated coconut

• 1/2 cup almond meal

• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds

• 2 tbsp sesame seeds

• 1/2 cup plain or spelt flour

• 1/3 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)

• Pinch of sea salt

Wet Ingredients

• 100g butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)

• 2 tbsp golden syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 2 tbsp hot water

Optional (but recommended)

• 1/3 cup chopped dark chocolate

• 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (fan-forced) and line a baking tray.

2. In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients.

3. In a small saucepan, gently melt the butter, golden syrup, and vanilla.

4. In a separate cup, mix baking soda with hot water, it will foam.

5. Stir this into the melted mixture, then pour everything into the dry ingredients.

6. Mix until well combined. Fold through chocolate last.

7. Roll into tablespoon-sized balls and place on tray. Flatten slightly.

8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden.

9. Allow to cool on the tray, they’ll firm up as they set.
   
   

How to Make Them Yours

• For a chewier centre, pull them out a little earlier

• For a crunchier finish, flatten more and bake slightly longer

• For a softer bite, chill the dough for 20 minutes before baking 
  
  

A New Kind of Ritual

This isn’t about replacing your nightly wind-down.

It’s about supporting your body in the moments that lead up to it.

Mid-afternoon. Post-dinner. Between everything else.

Because feeling better isn’t one big habit.

It’s the small things you come back to, daily.

And sometimes, it starts with a biscuit.