Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking trays with non-stick parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, golden syrup, and a pinch of salt. Stir over medium-low heat until everything melts together, taking care not to let it boil. Once smooth, let it cool for just a minute.
- Add in the flour, ground ginger, and lemon juice, mixing it all together with a wooden spoon until it becomes glossy and well-combined.
- Drop about two teaspoons of batter onto your prepared baking tray, leaving space for spreading.
Baking
- Bake until they turn an amber-brown color and become lacy—anywhere from 6 to 10 minutes. Keep a close eye; ovens vary.
- Once ready, let the cookies cool for around a minute before shaping them into baskets.
Shaping
- Have a greased upside-down muffin pan ready, or use small jars or bowls. When the cookies are still warm, gently lift them with an offset spatula.
- Place a warm cookie over one of the upside-down cups, gently pressing down until it holds its shape.
- If they harden too quickly, pop the tray back in the oven for a few seconds to soften.
- Let the shaped baskets cool further on a wire rack while baking the rest.
Filling
- In a separate bowl, combine the cream, vanilla, and powdered sugar, whipping until soft peaks form.
- Fill these baskets just before serving with the whipped cream, topped with chopped strawberries and shredded mint.
- Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
These baskets are best enjoyed fresh. Store any uneaten cookies in an airtight container for a day or two, keeping the cream separate until serving. Consider using different fruits or flavored whipped cream for variation.
