Monte Carlos

Discover the ultimate recipe for Monte Carlo biscuits, a classic Australian treat that blends buttery coconut biscuits with a luscious filling of rich vanilla cream and tangy raspberry jam. These delightful sandwich cookies are made with simple pantry staples like desiccated coconut, soft butter, and two types of flour for the perfect crumbly texture. The balance of sweetness from the jam and cream filling makes them irresistible for afternoon tea or a sweet indulgence anytime. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short bake time, these nostalgic biscuits are an easy homemade alternative to store-bought snacks. Impress guests or treat yourself with this melt-in-your-mouth recipe—it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 125 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 125 grams Caster sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 185 grams Plain flour
• 50 grams Self-raising flour
• 35 grams Desiccated coconut
• 80 grams Raspberry jam
• 90 grams Icing sugar
• 40 grams Unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
• 1 teaspoon Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with baking paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, caster sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg to the mixture and beat until fully combined.

Step 4

Sift in the plain flour and self-raising flour, then fold them into the wet ingredients with a spatula. Add the desiccated coconut and gently mix until a dough forms.

Step 5

Roll heaped teaspoons of dough into small balls and place them onto the prepared trays, spacing them about 4cm apart. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork to create a pattern.

Step 6

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

To prepare the filling, mix the softened butter, icing sugar, and milk in a bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Once the biscuits are completely cool, spread a small amount of raspberry jam on the flat side of half the biscuits. Spread a layer of the prepared filling on the flat side of the remaining biscuits.

Step 9

Sandwich the jam and filling sides together to assemble the Monte Carlos.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your homemade Monte Carlo biscuits!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	805 grams (805.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3425

Total Fat 167.50g	215%
Saturated Fat 107.70g	539%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 582mg	194%
Sodium 562mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 448.40g	163%
Dietary Fiber 12.10g	43%
Total Sugars 257.70g
Protein 34.80g	70%

Vitamin D 86IU	430%
Calcium 130mg	10%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 584mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 52.1%