Lemon Slice
A no-bake slice of crushed biscuits, coconut and condensed milk with plenty of lemon zest, iced with lemon icing. A staple of Australian lunchboxes.
Method
Tap a step to highlight it, or turn on Cook Mode for large type and step-by-step focus.
-
Line a 20 cm square tin with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
-
Mix the crushed biscuits and coconut in a large bowl. Stir in the melted butter, condensed milk and lemon zest until evenly combined.
-
Press the mixture firmly into the tin with the back of a spoon and smooth the top.
-
Beat the icing sugar, lemon juice and softened butter until smooth and spreadable. Spread over the base and sprinkle with the coconut.
-
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until firm, then lift out and cut into 16 squares.
Chef’s Tips
- Crush the biscuits finely. Big pieces make a crumbly slice that will not hold together.
- Use plenty of lemon zest. It is the only lemon in the base.
- Cut with a hot, dry knife, wiping it between cuts.
Pairing Suggestions
- A cup of tea
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
Storage & Reheating
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week. Freeze for 2 months.
Common questions
How long does Lemon Slice take to make?
About 25 minutes of hands-on work — 25 minutes of preparation and of cooking — plus 2 hours of Chilling, so allow 2 hours 25 minutes from start to finish. The recipe serves 16.
What are the key tips for making Lemon Slice?
Crush the biscuits finely. Big pieces make a crumbly slice that will not hold together. Use plenty of lemon zest. It is the only lemon in the base. Cut with a hot, dry knife, wiping it between cuts.
What should I serve with Lemon Slice?
A cup of tea; Fresh berries; Whipped cream.
Can Lemon Slice be made ahead or frozen?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week. Freeze for 2 months.
Is Lemon Slice suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Lemon Slice?
About 279 kcal per serving, with 2 g protein, 34 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
Reader Reviews
Cooked this? Leave a review
Written and tested by Turab
One person, one kitchen — no test kitchen, no team. How every recipe on this site is checked before it goes up.