No Bake Lemon Slice
Bright, tangy, and absolutely no oven required—this No Bake Lemon Slice is the ultimate fuss-free dessert for lemon lovers! Featuring a buttery biscuit base topped with a velvety, zesty lemon filling, it’s a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavors. Freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest infuse every bite with refreshing vibrancy, while the optional sprinkle of desiccated coconut adds a delightful hint of texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking involved, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion. Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert that’s as enticing as it is effortless. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a make-ahead summer dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Plain biscuits (such as digestive or graham crackers)
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 395 grams Sweetened condensed milk
- 125 ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 300 grams Icing sugar
- 50 grams Desiccated coconut (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Line a square 20cm x 20cm (8x8 inch) baking tin with parchment paper, ensuring some overhang for easy removal later.
In a food processor, crush the plain biscuits into a fine crumb. Alternatively, place them in a sealed bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed biscuits and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the biscuit mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking tin to form the base. Place this in the fridge to set while preparing the filling.
In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and well combined.
Gradually sift the icing sugar into the lemon mixture, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. The mixture should be thick and glossy.
Pour the lemon filling over the chilled biscuit base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Optionally, sprinkle desiccated coconut on top for added texture and flavor.
Refrigerate the slice for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Once set, carefully remove the slice from the tin using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 equal pieces and serve chilled.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.4 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.8 g | 689% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 1876 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 422.8 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 280.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1288 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2269 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
