Classic Chocolate Caramel Slice

Morning Friends! 

This weeks recipe is an absolute classic and all round favourite. With thanks to the genius that is Donna Hay I'm sharing the worlds best chocolate caramel slice. Although it takes a little while to put all the elements together this slice is well worth the wait! So here you have it!

You Will Need

1 cup plain flour, sifted

½ cup desiccated coconut 

125g unsalted butter, melted

 ½ cup brown sugar

Caramel filling

125g unsalted butter, chopped 

 2 x 395g cans sweetened condensed milk

 ⅓ cup (115g) golden syrup

Chocolate topping

200g dark chocolate, chopped 

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the flour, coconut, butter and sugar in a bowl and mix to combine. Using the back of a spoon, press the mixture into the base of a lightly greased 20cm x 30cm tin lined with non-stick baking paper and bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden. 
2. While the base is cooking, make the caramel filling. Place the butter, condensed milk and golden syrup, in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until the butter is melted and cook, whisking frequently, for 5–7 minutes or until the mixture has thickened slightly (see tip). Pour the caramel over the cooked base, spread evenly with a palette knife and cook for 15–20 minutes or until golden. Cool slightly and refrigerate until cold.
3. To make the chocolate topping, place the chocolate and oil in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, and stir until melted and smooth. Pour the chocolate over the caramel mixture and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm. Using a warm knife, cut into slices or squares to serve. Makes 20 squares.

Enjoy! 

Lou 

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