Indulge in the nostalgic charm of this Weetbix Based Chocolate Slice, a no-fuss treat perfect for afternoon tea or lunchbox snacks. This recipe transforms humble pantry staples like Weetbix, cocoa powder, and desiccated coconut into a rich and chewy slice finished with a luscious chocolate icing. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, itβs the ultimate easy dessert that doesnβt skimp on flavor. The crumbly biscuit base, infused with buttery goodness, is topped with a smooth cocoa glaze and optional coconut sprinkles for added texture. Serve these melt-in-your-mouth squares as a crowd-pleasing treat or an energizing pick-me-up! Perfect for chocolate lovers, this simple yet satisfying recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Preheat your oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F) and line a rectangular slice tin (approximately 28cm x 18cm) with baking paper.
Crumble the Weetbix into a large mixing bowl.
Add cocoa powder, desiccated coconut, sugar, and plain flour to the bowl. Mix the dry ingredients together until combined.
Melt the butter over low heat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Once melted, pour it into the dry ingredients along with the milk.
Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until the mixture is well combined and starts to come together into a sticky dough-like consistency.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared slice tin, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the slice in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes or until it feels firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the tin.
While the slice is cooling, prepare the chocolate icing. In a bowl, sift the icing sugar and cocoa powder together to remove any lumps.
Add the remaining milk and melted butter (for the icing) to the bowl, then stir until smooth and spreadable. If the icing is too thick, add a small amount of extra milk, a teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Once the slice has cooled, spread the chocolate icing evenly over the top.
Sprinkle extra desiccated coconut over the icing, if desired, for additional texture and flavor.
Allow the icing to set completely before slicing the slice into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Calories |
3820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 218.1 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 153.2 g | 766% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 266 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 465.4 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1266 mg | 27% | |
*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.