Slices for all occasions
The holiday season is the perfect time to share some sweet treats, and nothing compares to a timeless classic like a homemade slice. With all of the delicious varieties available it’s no wonder these beautiful slices are part of our tradition during special occasions. As we approach the holidays, let’s explore some of my favourite recipes. They are all simple to make, some don’t even require baking. I love to freeze all the slices I make ready for adding to the goodie bags. These recipes all freeze really well.
Mint Slice
If you’re looking for an indulgent treat that will impress both friends and family, then preparing your own homemade mint slice is the answer! This classic recipe includes all of the simple ingredients necessary to deliver an unforgettable flavour. Whether you decide to add some extra crunch or customise with different chocolates, this slice promises to guarantee rave reviews each time!
Mint Slice
Ingredients
- 75 grams butter
- 450 grams milk chocolate
- 3 tbsp golden syrup
- 280 grams plain sweet biscuits or digestives
- 125 grams Darrell Lea Minty Crunchy Balls
- 118 gram block of Mint Aero Chocolate
Topping
- 150 grams milk chocolate
- 118 gram block of Mint Aero Chocolate
Instructions
- Line a slice tin with baking paper.
- In a microwave safe bowl add butter, chocolate and syrup. Heat in 30 second bursts, stirring in between each until everything is melted and smooth. Leave to cool.
- Crush the biscuits roughly in a food processor and place in large bowl.
- Chop Mint Aero Bar and add to the biscuits with the Mint balls.
- Add the cooled chocolate mixture to the crushed biscuits and mix well. Place into the prepared slice tin and push into the tin and try and smooth the top. Please in refrigerator while preparing the topping.
Topping
- In a microwave safe bowl melt 150 grams of chocolate in bursts of 30 seconds until melted.
- Chop the Mint Aero block into small pieces.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the base and top with the chopped Aero block.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and then cut into small bars to serve.
Pineapple Lump Slice
than with my delicious Pineapple Lump Slice recipe! Plus, it’s simple enough for everyone (no matter their baking level!) to make in just over 30 minutes – perfect for those last minute get togethers! So come along on this tantalizing journey and let me share my secrets for creating the ultimate Pineapple Lump Slice! I prepare my slice pans by lining them with baking paper. Fold back clips are great for holding the baking paper in place.
Pineapple Lump Slice
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pineapple Lumps
- 250 gram Malt Biscuits
- 125 grams butter
- 3/4 can condensed milk
- 200 grams milk chocolate melts
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare your slice tin by lining with baking paper.
- Process biscuits in a food processor until fine crumbs.
- Process pineapple lumps in food processor but only until you have small lumps. If preparing in the hot weather this will work better if you have placed your pineapple lumps in the freezer overnight or at least for several hours. Put aside 3/4 cup for use on the topping later.
- Place butter and condensed milk in a saucepan and heat over low heat until mixed together. Allow to cool for 20 minutes.
- Add butter and condensed milk to the biscuits and pineapple lumps and mix well. Press into the prepared slice tin and smooth off the top with a spoon. Place in refrigerator.
- Add coconut oil and chocolate melts to microwave safe container. Microwave on medium heat in 30 second bursts, stirring each time.
- Pour the chocolate over the slice and sprinkle with reserved chopped pineapple lumps.
- Refrigerate overnight. The slice is best removed from the refrigerator for around 20 minutes before slicing.
Macadamia caramel slice
Lastly on my list of slices for all occasions is the amazing macadamia caramel slice. This one does require baking. Firstly the base and then the caramel topping. I have also kept this one in the freezer.
Macadamia Caramel Slice
Ingredients
For Base
- 100 grams white chocolate
- 125 grams butter
- 90 grams icing sugar
- 60 grams macadamia nuts, roasted and ground
- 200 grams plain flour
For Topping
- 1 tin condensed milk
- 200 grams white chocolate
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 90 grams shortbread biscuits (chopped)
- 210 grams roasted macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
- 60 grams roasted macadamia nuts roughly chopped (extra)
Instructions
- Prepare slice tin by lining with baking paper. Preheat oven to 180°C.
For the Base
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in a microwave safe bowl on 50% in 30 second intervals until melted.
- Add chocolate, butter, icing sugar, ground macadamia nuts and plain flour to a stand mixer. Mix on low speed until combined.
- Press into prepared tin and bake for 18 minutes. Allow to cool in the tin.
For the Topping
- Preheat oven to 160°C.
- In a saucepan heat the condensed milk and chocolate together until the chocolate has melted. Cool for 15 minutes.
- Add eggs, flour, shortbread biscuits and chopped macadamia nuts. Mix gently until well combined.
- Pour mixture over the base then sprinkle with extra macadamia nuts. Bake at 160°C for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely in the refrigerator before slicing.
Making and giving food gifts is one of my favourite holiday traditions. I love coming up with new recipes to share with friends and family, and slices are always a big hit. I hope you enjoy trying these festive slice recipes. So get baking, and enjoy the holiday season!
If you would prefer something else why not have a look at my recipe book – Recipes for Gifting.
Oh my goodness! This post is full of such yumminess. Not one or two, but so many delicious recipes. I am definitely going to try a few of these this year,
Thanks so much Wendy ❤️