For best results use the KitchenAid Platinum Stand Mixer KSM156

Preheat the oven to low 160°C (140°C fan forced). Line two biscuit trays with baking paper

Attach the mixing bowl to the stand mixer with the flat beater. Place the oats, flour, coconut and sugar in the bowl Turn to speed 2 and mix until well combined

Place the butter, golden syrup and water into a small saucepan. Bring to the boil stirring. Remove from the heat, add the bicarbonate of soda and vanilla, stir to combine (mixture will become very foamy)

Turn the mixer to speed 2 and quickly add the hot syrup. Increase to speed 6 and mix until well combined. Mixture will be very sticky

Roll into balls, about the size of a golf ball and place on the prepared trays allowing for spreading. Lightly press down to flatten. Bake on the centre shelf for 20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before removing to a cooling rack