Description
Indulgent Aussie Crunch blends rich chocolate and coconut into a heavenly no-bake treat straight from Australian kitchens. Sweet layers of nostalgia promise delightful moments that transport your taste buds to sunshine-filled memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup coconut
- 1 cup cornflakes
Binding/Fat Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter (113 grams)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare your baking workspace by lining a rectangular pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the base and sides.
- Position the oven rack in the middle and heat to 350F (175C), creating an ideal baking environment.
- Gently melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Remove the melted butter from heat and incorporate all dry ingredients systematically, stirring until a cohesive, crumbly mixture forms.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, using the back of a spatula to compress and distribute evenly, creating a uniform layer approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 22 minutes, watching for slight golden edges as an indicator of doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow the slice to cool completely in the pan for 45-60 minutes, which helps the texture set and makes cutting easier.
- Once thoroughly cooled, lift the slice out using the parchment paper edges and slice into rectangular or square portions using a sharp knife.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, maintaining optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Always use room temperature butter for smoother mixing and better incorporation of dry ingredients.
- Crush cornflakes slightly before adding to enhance texture and prevent large chunks in the slice.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of the squares.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 224 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg