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Coffee Slice

Easy Coffee Slice: No Bake Bliss for Coffee Lovers

This Easy Coffee Slice is a no-bake dessert perfect for coffee lovers, blending a rich biscuit base with chocolate icing.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 250 grams Arnott's Marie biscuits can be swapped with digestive or rich tea biscuits if needed
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules use granulated coffee in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder deepens the chocolate notes and flavor
  • 100 grams light brown sugar substitute with granulated sugar for a milder taste
  • 395 grams sweetened condensed milk avoid substitutes for best results
  • 100 grams desiccated coconut can be omitted or replaced with almond meal if desired
  • 125 grams salted butter (melted) unsalted butter works with a pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract elevates the overall flavor
  • 60 milliliters boiling water helps dissolve the coffee and sugar
For the Icing
  • 200 grams milk chocolate substitute dark chocolate for a deeper flavor
  • 50 grams additional salted butter ties the chocolate icing together for a smooth consistency

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking tin
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Tin: Grease and line a 20 x 20 cm baking tin with parchment paper.
  2. Crush the Biscuits: Crush the Arnott’s Marie biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or sturdy rolling pin.
  3. Mix Coffee Mixture: In a small bowl, combine instant coffee, cocoa powder, light brown sugar, and boiling water until smooth.
  4. Combine Base Ingredients: Mix crushed biscuits, sweetened condensed milk, desiccated coconut, melted butter, vanilla extract, and coffee mixture in a large bowl.
  5. Press into Tin: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking tin and press down evenly to create a compact base.
  6. Make Icing: Melt milk chocolate and additional salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  7. Ice the Slice: Spread the chocolate icing evenly over the cooled base.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the Coffee Slice to set completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure biscuits are finely crushed and allow sufficient chill time for proper setting. Adjust instant coffee to taste.

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