Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups (250g) plain flour
- 1/2 cup (115g) caster sugar
- 125g butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (80g) desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup (80g) chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup (80g) sultanas
- 1/4 cup (60ml) golden syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 eggs
Special equipment needed:
- 20cm square cake tin
- Electric mixer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Grease and line a 20cm square cake tin with baking paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter, coconut, walnuts, sultanas, golden syrup and baking powder.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and spread evenly.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Allow to cool in the tin before cutting into slices.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature: 180°C (160°C fan-forced)
Serving Size: Makes 16 slices
Nutritional Information: Per slice: Energy: 545kJ, Protein: 4.3g, Total fat: 11.1g, Saturated fat: 6.7g, Carbohydrates: 20.7g, Sugars: 11.7g, Sodium: 73mg
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Plain flour can be substituted with self-raising flour.
- Caster sugar can be substituted with brown sugar.
- Desiccated coconut can be substituted with shredded coconut.
- Walnuts can be substituted with other nuts such as almonds or pecans.
- Sultanas can be substituted with raisins or dried cranberries.
- Golden syrup can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
Variations:
- Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for a spiced version.
- Add 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips for a chocolaty version.
- Add 1/4 cup of dried apricots for a fruity version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use a light hand when mixing the ingredients together. Overmixing can result in a tough texture.
- For an extra crunchy topping, sprinkle some extra desiccated coconut on top before baking.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds or in the oven at 180°C (160°C fan-forced) for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the slice on a plate with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprinkle of desiccated coconut or chopped walnuts.
Pairings:
Pair with a cup of tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the slice is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the mixture before baking.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the slice in an airtight container to prevent it from going stale.
Food history:
Coconut hedgehog slice is a classic Australian dessert, believed to have originated in the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
This slice has a sweet, nutty flavor with a hint of coconut.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or as an afternoon snack.
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