Cape Koeksisters

Make it step by step

Method

1. 1

   Simmer sugar, water, cinnamon and lemon peel for 8 minutes, then chill the syrup completely.

2. 2

   Rub butter into flour and baking powder; add milk to make a soft dough.

3. 3

   Rest 20 minutes, roll, cut strips and braid each strip.

4. 4

   Fry at 170°C for 4–5 minutes until golden.

5. 5

   Move each hot braid straight into the ice-cold syrup, soak briefly and drain.