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Do you want an easy chocolate slice recipe just like mum used to make? This old fashioned chocolate slice recipe is one that brings back memories of my childhood. Mum would often make this exact chocolate slice for us as kids and it was a family favourite growing up. This chocolate coconut slice is easy to make and always a popular sweet treat!
This recipe was first published in June 2015. Updated in 2022.
EASY CHOCOLATE SLICE RECIPE
Every now and again, all you want is something really quick and easy to make that satisfies that chocolate craving. This recipe is one that does exactly that!
Although if you are looking for a healthy chocolate slice, my healthy chocolate Rice Bubble slice is the perfect alternative.
The bottom layer is baked to add a little bit of crunch. Then chocolate icing and a sprinkle of coconut to finish it off.
This chocolate coconut slice is one that you will likely already have all the essential ingredients in the pantry already.
It uses inexpensive ingredients and is easy enough that you only need basic baking skills to make it.
In fact, this choc slice recipe is a perfect treat to make with kids!
THE INGREDIENTS
Most of these ingredients are already in our pantry and refrigerator, making this a really easy, last-minute dessert recipe to make. This is often my quick go-to when expecting guests at the last minute for this exact reason.
Base Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Self Raising Flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3/4 cups coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 120g butter
- 1 egg
Chocolate slice Icing
- 1.5 cups icing sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 20g soft butter
- 3 tablespoons boiling water
HOW TO MAKE OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE SLICe
The steps for this one could not be much more simple.
You only need one bowl and can mix everything by hand, which means no need to get any of your kitchen appliances out! Woohoo!
STEP ONE – Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius for a fan-forced oven. Line a 20 x 20cm square slice tray with baking paper. For oven temperature conversions.
STEP TWO – Melt butter and whisk together with the egg. Add dry ingredients and mix together well. You will end up with a stiff mixture.
STEP THREE – Press base mixture firmly into the lined slice tray and bake for approximately 25 minutes, until firm. The base will have a crunchy texture rather than chewy.
STEP FOUR – Once you take the slice from the oven, allow it a few minutes to cool while you make your icing. Mix together icing ingredients, adjusting until you reach desired icing thickness.
STEP FIVE – Ice your slice while it is still warm, as this makes it easier to spread the icing mixture. Place your slice in the refrigerator to allow the icing to set. Then cut the slice into squares, ready for serving.
How To Store Chocolate Slice
Keep your chocolate slice stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Room temperature is fine.
If you wish to freeze your slice, it will keep for up to 1-2 months in a sealed freezer-safe container or in individual freezer bags.
Chocolate Icing Troubleshooting
If your icing is too runny, mix in a little extra icing sugar until you reach the desired thickness.
Alternatively, if your icing is too thick, add small amounts of boiling water until it reaches the consistency you want for your icing.
You can use a chocolate buttercream icing for your slice instead, however, this will not set as firmly and you will need to store your slice in the refrigerator to prevent it from melting off of the slice.
For more simple chocolate dessert ideas:
- Healthy chocolate slice
- White chocolate crackles
- White chocolate marshmallow fudge
- Turkish Delight no-bake slice
- Nut-free cacao bliss balls
- No-bake Oreo cheesecake slice
- Mint chocolate slice
- No bake chocolate peppermint balls
- Easy rum balls
- White chocolate cocoa balls
- Banana chocolate chip muffins
This easy chocolate slice recipe is one you can put together quickly if you have guests dropping by, even if it is short notice! Bring an old-fashioned chocolate slice recipe back into your treat rotation for a taste of nostalgia!
Easy Chocolate Slice
Yield: 16 serves
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
This old fashioned chocolate slice recipe with coconut is simple to make, with 2 chocolate layers of deliciousness.
Ingredients
BASE
- 1.5 cups Self Raising Flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3/4 cups coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 120g butter
- 1 egg
ICING
- 1.5 cups icing sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 20g soft butter
- 3 tablespoons boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (fan-forced). Line a 20x20cm square slice tray with baking paper.
- Melt butter then combine butter with the egg and whisk.
- Mix in dry base ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the prepared slice tray and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until firm. Allow your slice to cool for a few minutes.
- Combine icing ingredients together in a bowl to create a thick chocolate icing texture.
- Add chocolate icing to the slice while it is still warm. Sprinkle coconut over the top.
- Place in the refrigerator to set the icing. Cut into squares for serving.
Notes
Icing your slice while warm will make it easier to spread the icing mixture over the base.
If your icing is too thick, add a small amount of boiling water until you reach the desired consistency. Alternatively, if it is too runny, mix in a little more icing sugar until it is firm enough.
Store your slice in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 199Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 212mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 1gSugar: 18gProtein: 2g
These figures are provided as an approximate guide only.
Is there a favourite slice or dessert you have from your childhood that you make now?
