Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that repurposes hot cross buns into a sweet and indulgent slice, perfect for Easter or any time you crave a treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines the flavors of spiced buns, dried fruit, and white chocolate, all held together with a creamy mixture and topped with a decorative cross.
Ingredients
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For the Slice:
- 4 hot cross buns (chopped)
- 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit or raisins
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
For the Mixture:
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For Decoration (Optional):
- White chocolate or icing for cross decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Combine chopped hot cross buns, dried fruit, and white chocolate chips in a large bowl.
- Create the Mixture: In a saucepan over low heat, melt sweetened condensed milk, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and warm.
- Combine and Chill: Pour the warm mixture over the bun mixture. Stir well and press into the prepared pan. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Decorate and Serve: Once firm, drizzle melted white chocolate or icing to form a cross pattern. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Leftover hot cross buns or chocolate chip varieties can be used for added sweetness.
- Store slices in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Australian, British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
