Preheat oven to 180°F celsius

sieve first three ingredients together

rub in the butter

meanwhile,heat the syrup lightly in saucepan until runny

add the sugar and mix well

add the dry ingredients and mix well

roll the mixture into walnut sized balls and arrange on baking tray

bake for 15 to 20 minutes

once cooked and golden brown,leave on the tray for 2 to 3 minutes

lift off tray and cool on rack