Easy recipe for lolly slice - VJ cooks (2024)

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With only 5 ingredients this lolly slice recipe is so delicious - a simple twist on classic Kiwi lolly cake.

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After the popularity of my classic lolly cake I thought it was time I posted a recipe for my lolly slice. I actually end up making it in slice form more often as it is much quicker to make in a slice tin than form into logs etc.

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This lolly slice recipe is simple to make and takes a few minutes. It only has 5 ingredients: condensed milk, coconut, malt biscuits, butter and fruit puffs. You can use explorer lollies, fruit puffs or soft banana lollies work well too.

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Lollie slice is a favourite in our family, especially at kids birthday parties. My boys are always wanting to try a piece straight after it is sliced.

HOW TO MAKE Lolly Slice:

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First of all melt the butter and condensed milk together. Then add to the crushed biscuits and chopped fruit puffs.

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Mix it all together then tip into a lined tin. Spread it out to the edges then sprinkle coconut over the top. Set in the fridge for at least 2 hours then slice into bite sized pieces. Store in the fridge until ready to use.

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HERE ARE SOME COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT Lolly slice:

How long does lolly slice take to set? It takes around 1-2 hours in the fridge (even better overnight) but you can speed up the process by putting it into the freezer for 20 minutes.

How to store lolly slice? I store mine in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, (if it lasts that long!).

How do you freeze lolly slice? Can it be frozen? Yes you can freeze it in an airtight container. It will last for approx 3 months in the freezer.

Can you make lolly slice without coconut? Yes you can just skip the step when you sprinkle over the coconut.

What can you use instead offruit puffsin lolly slice? There are lots of variations around. You can use Explorers orbananas. I have also seen versions withliquorice allsorts,clinkers and marshmallows.

What other biscuits can be used in lolly slice instead of Malt biscuits?You can other plain biscuits like Superwines, Milk Arrowroots or Maries. But Malt biscuits give it the most authentic taste. My friend Anna from Just a Mum has made a great version oflolly log with Girl Guide biscuits.

Who invented lolly cake? Where is it from?It originated in New Zealand in the 1940s according toWikipedia, but the inventor is not known.

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Store your lolly slice in an airtight container in the fridge.

HOW TO MAKE LOLLY BALLS OR TRUFFLES:

Combine all of the ingredients together then roll the mixture into individual balls. Roll each ball in coconut. Chill in the fridge until set.

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Lolly slice

Yield: 24 pieces

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

With only 5 ingredients this lolly slice recipe is so delicious - a simple twist on classic Kiwi lolly cake.

Ingredients

  • 120g butter, melted
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk (160g)
  • 1 packet malt biscuits, crushed (250g)
  • 1 packet Fruit puffs or Explorers (150g), chopped
  • ¼ cup coconut

Instructions

  1. Line a slice tin (approx 20 x 20cm) with baking paper.
  2. Melt the butter and condensed milk together in the microwave.
  3. Add crushed biscuits and chopped fruit puffs and mix it all together.
  4. Tip mixture into the lined tin, spread it out to the edges. Press the mixture down firmly with the back of a metal spoon. Sprinkle coconut over the top.
  5. Chill in the fridge until set (at least 2 hours), then use a large knife to cut into slices.

Notes

  • You can speed up the setting process by putting it in the freezer for 20 minutes.
  • Store your lolly slice in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Nutrition Information:

    Yield: 24Serving Size: 1
    Amount Per Serving:Calories: 76Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 58mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 0gSugar: 5gProtein: 1g

    Nutritional values are approximate. Please use your own calculations if you require a special diet.

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    FAQs

    What is lolly cake made of? ›

    Lolly Cake in some form or other has been around since the 1940's. It is actually more of a 'log' than a cake. Made with crushed malt biscuits, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and chopped lollies (fruit puffs or similar) which are all combined and shaped into a roll that is then coated in desiccated coconut.

    Why is my lolly cake sticky? ›

    Rolling the lolly log in coconut is what stops it from being sticky on the outside, but if you prefer to make lolly cake without coconut, you can roll the log in more crushed biscuits instead.

    What is a substitute for malt biscuits? ›

    Yes you can replace the malt biscuits for the same amount of similar sweet biscuits such as milk arrowroot, Maries or Nice biscuits.

    How many calories in a slice of lolly cake? ›

    There are 174 calories in 1 serving (42.5 g) of Coupland's Bakeries Lolly Cake. Calorie Breakdown: 33% fat, 65% carbs, 2% prot.

    Can lolly cake be made differently? ›

    There are lots of variations around. You can use fruit puffs or bananas. I have also seen versions with liquorice allsorts, clinkers and marshmallows. What other biscuits can be used in lolly cake instead of Malt biscuits?

    What is the history of the lolly cake? ›

    The exact origins of lolly cake are unknown. Lolly cakes are known to have been consumed in the 1940s, but were not commonly available until the 1960s in supermarkets. Lolly cake is similar to chocolate salami and fifteens.

    What is New Zealand lolly cake? ›

    Instructions
    • Warm butter and condensed milk in microwave.
    • Cut Explorers or Fruit Puffs into bite sized chunks.
    • Mix butter, condensed milk, crushed Malt biscuits and lollies together.
    • Form into a log shape. Roll in coconut.
    • Chill in fridge for 4 hours.
    • When set, cut into slices and serve.

    What are Eskimo lollies? ›

    Emos (Eskimos) are a delicious lolly treat from New Zealand. They are often used as an ingredient in a classic New Zealand treat Lolly Cake! The lollies are a mix of pink, yellow, white and green and are also gluten free. Approximately 130 pieces per 1kg bag.

    Can you still buy Eskimo lollies? ›

    Order Eskimoes Online at Candy Co. Made in New Zealand.

    What causes homemade biscuits to fall apart? ›

    When the fat is cut too small, after baking there will be more, smaller air pockets left by the melting fat. The result is a baked product that crumbles. When cutting in shortening and other solid fats, cut only until the pieces of shortening are 1/8- to 1/4-inch in size.

    Can I use butter instead of lard for biscuits? ›

    All Butter Biscuits: if you really love the flavor of butter or can't find lard, you can easily swap the lard in this recipe for unsalted butter. Dice up the butter into small cubes and keep in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    Is shortening or lard better for biscuits? ›

    The truth is, while lard can by absolutely no means be called “healthy,” it has less cholesterol and saturated fat than butter, and unlike most vegetable shortening, it does not contain trans fats. In moderation, and in combination with regular butter, it truly does make the tastiest pie crusts and biscuits.

    How much sugar is in a lolly cake? ›

    Nutritional information
    NutrientPer ServingPer 100g / 100ml
    Saturated3.40g6.90g
    Carbohydrate32.60g65.30g
    Sugars23.40g46.70g
    Sodium216.00mg432.00mg
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    What are fruit puff sweets? ›

    Fruit Puffs are colourful fondant domes, great for putting in lolly cake or just a treat! Ingredients: Sugar, Glucose Syrup (from corn), Water, Gelatine, Flavours, Colours (102, 110, 133, 124, 122).

    How many calories in a single lolly? ›

    Common serving sizes
    Serving SizeCalories
    1 piece38
    1 serving (10 g)38
    1/2 cup326
    100 g384
    Aug 21, 2007

    What are Eskimo lollies made of? ›

    Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Invert Sugar, Gelatine, Cornstarch, Tapioca Starch, Flavours, Spirulina, Colours (E100, E120).

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