New Zealand Lolly Log Cake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0

Delicious New Zealand Lolly Log Cake recipe for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

4 hours and 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	125 g butter
	180 g fruit puffs ( not quite a 'gummy ' candy - made in different colors and flavors )
	1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
	250 g biscuits , crushed
	coconut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

360

Sugar

30g

Fat

18g

The New Zealand Lolly Log Cake is a popular dessert in New Zealand, often served at family gatherings and parties. This no-bake cake is made using simple ingredients such as butter, biscuits, fruit puffs, and sweetened condensed milk. Once the mixture is combined and rolled into a log shape, it is sprinkled with coconut and chilled in the refrigerator until it is firm enough to slice. The resulting cake is rich, sweet, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, melt the butter and fruit puffs over low heat.
2.	Add the sweetened condensed milk to the mixture and cook for a few more minutes, stirring constantly.
3.	Remove from heat and stir in the crushed biscuits.
4.	Spoon the mixture onto a sheet of baking paper and roll into a log shape.
5.	Sprinkle coconut over the log, wrap in baking paper and refrigerate until firm, usually for 4 hours.

PROS

The New Zealand Lolly Log Cake is a sweet and flavorful dessert that is easy to make and requires no baking.

It is perfect for those with a sweet tooth who want to satisfy their craving without spending too much time in the kitchen.

CONS

The New Zealand Lolly Log Cake is high in sugar and calories due to the sweetened condensed milk and fruit puffs.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, the New Zealand Lolly Log Cake is an enjoyable treat that can be part of a balanced diet when consumed in moderation.
The fruit puffs and condensed milk provide a quick source of energy, while the biscuits add a bit of fiber to the recipe.