Apricot Fudge Slice

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3
Indulge in the Sweet and Chewy Apricot Fudge Slice
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

125 g butter
1/2 cup soft brown sugar
190 g sweetened condensed milk
1 cup dried apricot , chopped
250 g wine biscuits , crushed
1/4 cup coconut
100 g butter
1 1/2 cups icing sugar
1 lemon , juice and rind of , grated
1 tablespoon hot water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
395
Sugar
38g
Fat
21g
The Apricot Fudge Slice is a no-bake dessert that is perfect for a quick and easy sweet treat. This tasty dessert is made with sweetened condensed milk, crushed wine biscuits, dried apricots, and coconut. The dried apricots are rich in fibre and add a fruity contrast to the sweet and chewy texture of the fudge slice. The coconut adds a nutritious dose of healthy fats to the recipe, making it a bit less guilt-inducing. The dense, flavourful slice is then topped with a creamy lemon icing that is sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180C/350F.
2.In a saucepan, melt 125g of butter and brown sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
3.Reduce heat, add the condensed milk and stir until thickened.
4.Remove from heat; stir in the chopped apricots, crushed biscuits and coconut.
5.Press mixture into a lined 20cm square cake tin and refrigerate until set.
6.To make the icing, beat 100g of butter until pale; gradually beat in the icing sugar, lemon juice, rind and hot water until creamy.
7.Spread icing over the set fudge mixture.
8.Chill in the refrigerator until the icing is set; slice and serve.

PROS

The Apricot Fudge Slice is a quick and easy sweet treat to make and requires no baking.

The dried apricots provide a fruity contrast to the sweet richness of the condensed milk and biscuits.

This dessert is a great way to use up leftover biscuits.

This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and saturated fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dried apricots in this recipe are rich in fibre, which can aid in digestion and help to lower the risk of heart disease.
The coconut adds a healthy dose of healthy fats that can help boost brain function and support weight loss.
However, this treat should still be enjoyed in moderation due to its high sugar content.

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