Mix the flours with sugar, salt, spices and yeast.
Melt the butter into the hot water and mix into the milk.
Mix dough well to form a smooth dough.
Leave to rise for 2 hours in a warm place.
Once risen, moisten your hands with oil and break into even sized pieces.
Shape pieces into a sausage shape and twist.
Pinch the ends to seal together.
Set aside onto a greased tray to rise again for another half hour.
Deep fry in medium hot oil until golden brown.
Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
Syrup
Place all the ingredients into a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
Stir to ensure sugar does not burn.
Stir until it becomes sticky.
Boil the koesisters in the syrup for 1-2minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon and place onto a clean plate.
Sprinkle generously with desiccated coconut.
Best served hot with tea or coffee