This refreshing Lemon Slice Recipe combines tangy citrus with a sweet, coconutty base for a delicious no-bake dessert. Perfect for a quick treat or special occasion, it’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to brighten your day!
Ingredients for this Lemon Slice Recipe:
Base:
- 300g (roughly 3 cups) plain sweetened store-bought biscuits
- 100g (1 cup) desiccated coconut
- Zest of 2 lemons, finely grated
- 60g (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 240ml (1 cup) sweetened condensed milk
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (roughly 1 lemon)
Lemon Icing:
- 125g (1 cup) icing sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest, for decoration
Directions:
- Prepare the Base:
- In a food processor, blitz the biscuits into fine crumbs.
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed biscuits, desiccated coconut, and lemon zest.
- Add the melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until well combined.
- Assemble:
- Press the mixture into the base of a lined 20cm (8-inch) square baking pan. Use the back of a spoon to press it down evenly.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours or until set.
- Make the Icing:
- In a small bowl, mix the sifted icing sugar with the fresh lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if needed.
- Once the slice has set, pour the lemon icing over the top and spread it evenly.
- Decorate:
- Sprinkle additional lemon zest over the icing for decoration.
- Serve:
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition (per slice, assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbs: 22g
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 2g
- Sugars: 16g
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Enjoy this zesty Lemon Slice Recipe!
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Source: www.sweetestmenu.com
