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Forget boring snacks, these whole-wheat muesli buttermilk rusks bring crunch and energy.
Did you know rusks can be both healthy and addictive? These Whole-wheat Muesli Buttermilk Rusks prove it.
Craving something crunchy, hearty, and just sweet enough? These whole-wheat muesli buttermilk rusks are calling your name. Packed with wholesome grains, fruit, nuts, and seeds, they’re perfect for dunking in coffee or munching on anytime. And the best part? No fancy steps or weird ingredients. Just stir, bake, slice, and dry.
Why You’ll Want to Make These Rusks:
- Filling and tasty – made with whole wheat flour and muesli, they keep you full for longer
- Easy to prep – no mixer, no stress
- Great for sharing – bake a batch and keep your snack jar full
- Customizable – swap in your favorite nuts or dried fruit
- Perfect for breakfast or tea time – crunchy and satisfying every time
Simple. Crunchy. Totally worth making.
Discover the Crunch That Makes These Whole-Wheat Muesli Buttermilk Rusks Hard to Resist
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Whole-wheat Muesli Buttermilk Rusks
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Drying Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 1 tray 1x
- Category: Cake, Cookies and Tarts, Cupcakes
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: South African
Description
A no-fuss bake that keeps your snack stash full and your mornings easy.
Ingredients
- 7 cups whole-wheat flour
- 12 tsp baking powder (yep, that’s to make it rise)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup mixed nuts, raisins, cranberries, sunflower seeds – whatever you like
- 1 1/2 cups sunflower oil
- 2 cups muesli or granola (cranberries, almonds, oats – anything goes)
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a big bowl, toss all the dry ingredients together.
- Add the oil, vinegar, and buttermilk.
- Stir it really well, until no dry patches are visible.
- Spoon the mix into greased baking pans, smooth the top, and bake for about 40 minutes. It should feel firm when pressed.
- Let it cool. Slice into thick bars.
- Pop the bars onto oven racks and dry them out on low heat until crisp.
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Place on oven racks and dry out at about 75C (coolest on my oven in 170F) for about 4 hours, until dry right through.
- Be sure to place a spoon in the door to keep it ajar and slightly open while drying.
Why You’ll Love These:
They’re crunchy, filling, and packed with good stuff like nuts, fruit, and oats. Perfect with a hot drink or for snacking on the go. Easy to make, hard to stop eating.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Renee
These whole-wheat muesli buttermilk rusks are proof that homemade snacks can actually be better. They’re hearty, slightly sweet, and perfect for keeping your hands out of the cookie jar.
This recipe delivers crunchy, wholesome rusks loaded with nuts, fruit, and whole grains. It’s simple to make and perfect for breakfast or snacks. Anyone who loves easy, healthy baking will want to try it right away.
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