Whether it be a craving or simply a sweet tooth, this Cherry Ripe Slice is sure to satisfy as it delivers a refreshing burst of sour-sweet in a bite
Dessert Recipes
Cherry Ripe Slice
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January 14, 2019
Whether it be a craving or simply a sweet tooth, this Cherry Ripe Slice is sure to satisfy as it delivers a refreshing burst of sour-sweet in a bite
Yield
24 Slices
Prep Time
30mins
Cook Time
45mins
Difficulty Level
-
Ingredients
- 90 g butter, softened
- 1/3 cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup self-raising flour
- 1/3 cup plain flour
- 90 g dark chocolate, melted
TOPPING
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 x 100 g packets red glace cherries, chopped
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup caster sugar
- 2 tbsps self-raising flour
Steps
01.
Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. Lightly grease and line a 20 cm square cake pan with baking paper.
02.
In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla together until light and creamy. Beat in egg. Fold in combined sifted flours.
03.
Press mixture evenly and firmly into pan.
04.
TOPING In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Spread over base.
05.
Bake 40 to 45 mins. Cool in pan.
06.
Drizzle with chocolate. Chill until chocolate is set before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container.
Tip: Use floured fingertips when pressing base mixture into pan to prevent it from sticking.
Photo: Rob Shaw:bauersyndication.com.au