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Title: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on June 26, 2011, 12:09:57 pm
Chocolate Crunch

250g Butter
280g Self raising Flour
200g Sugar
2 Tbs Cocoa
100 g Coconut

Place butter in TM, cook 3 minutes,  100 Degrees, speed 3.
Place rest of ingredients in and mix 20 seconds, reverse speed 4.
Place into greased slice tray. Cook 15 minutes 180 Degrees.
Cool and ice with chocolate icing. Slice when set.

members' comments

LeeJ - I find this sort of slice always ends up a bit to dry for me, but not this one!  I undercooked it slightly but it will firm up that last bit in the fridge and be beautiful I do think! As you can tell, we couldn't resist, it was iced warm, and served up. A lovely slice, will definitely make again, too simple, and very yum!
Well, let it set in the fridge, and it is now the PERFECT take along slice. Easy to slice, looks fab, tastes great. I'm going to pop some crushed scotch fingers in the next batch as I think it could be the perfect base for a hedgehog! 

maddy - Gosh, this slice transported me back to my childhood parties....this would be the first thing I would take to eat. Thanks for bringing back the memories Dede! 

Amanda - Great little treat, this one! Baking day today and now happy kids, thanks!

johnro -  this has become our favourite choc slice after making the recipe from Day to Day Cookery for years - similar version to that posted by Narelle with the addition of an egg.  I prefer the moistness of this one - thanks a bunch Dede!!!!


Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 26, 2011, 12:32:00 pm
Thanks Dede this look delicious  :-* Your Chocolate Chip Cookies are a real favourite in our house ;) ;)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: LeeJ on June 26, 2011, 12:34:24 pm
Looks too easy not to make Dede!

Love a good coconut choc slice  ;D
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on June 26, 2011, 12:37:41 pm
No problem guys, I do cook mine longer than 15 minutes as I only cook at 150, so I am not 100% sure of the cooking time but I like mine to be pretty crunchy so I leave it for longer (Probably 25 min) I will take a photo and add tomorrow if they don't get eaten in the mean time.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2011, 05:59:04 am
Thanks for another great recipe dede.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on June 27, 2011, 07:08:42 am
Thanks Cookie1, Nice to see the word 'Another', as I  have not contributed many recipes as yet, I have mainly been stalking the forum and getting recipes. But now I am more comfortable with my TM I am keen to convert some favorite family recipes. I haven't tried converting main meals yet though as I'm not sure of cooking times etc but I'm sure that will change soon. My goal is to convert at least 1 main meal recipe before I reach my 5 stars.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 27, 2011, 08:08:09 am
i was going to convert a recipe for the same thing not so long ago but got sidetracked looking through the book - thank goodness! your recipe is so much better than mine  :-* I cooked it for 25 minutes and its just purrr-fect :-*
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Halex on June 27, 2011, 10:12:35 am
Dede , thanks sounds great,will make them when we return from Bali
 :)Hallyo
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Debbiebillg on July 03, 2011, 07:47:17 am
Just wondering if this one is similar to The Easy Peasy Chocolate Slice, found here:

http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=4953.0

Ummm was going to make the other one (have made a few times now), but now I can't decide which one to make.  mmmmmm
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on July 03, 2011, 08:01:55 am
Hi Debbiebil lg,
Does look to be very similar. Ingredients are the same just quantity different. You might have to toss the 2 in the air and decide with the one that lands face side up Lol. (Might take a few tries)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: LeeJ on July 04, 2011, 11:36:58 am
Finally got to making this tonight, I find this sort of slice always ends up a bit to dry for me, nut not this one!  :D

I undercooked it slightly, but it will firm up that last bit in the fridge and be beautiful I do think! As you can tell, we couldn't resist, it was iced warm, and served up  ;D

A lovely slice, will definatly make again, too simple, and very yum!

(http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp146/tommo787/IMG_1277.jpg)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on July 04, 2011, 12:25:14 pm
lol LeeJ, glad you enjoyed it. I usually cook mine longer cause I like it crunchy, But yours looks yummy aswell like that. :P
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: LeeJ on July 05, 2011, 01:31:14 am
 :D :D

Well, let it setin the fridge, and it is now the PERFECT take along slice. Easy to slice, looks fab, tastes great. I'm going to pop some crushed scotch fingers in the next batch, as I think it could be the perfect base for a hedgehog!  :-*
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: LeeJ on July 05, 2011, 05:55:06 am
ok, so still doesn't show how nice it is, but this is it the next day lol

(http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp146/tommo787/IMG_1278.jpg)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on July 05, 2011, 06:12:33 am
That looks heavenly.  ;D
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 05, 2011, 07:28:39 am
 was that the last piece?  ;)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 05, 2011, 08:16:41 am
What is the size of a slice tin?
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: LeeJ on July 05, 2011, 08:42:12 am
I use my lamington one, will track down my tape measure!
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on July 05, 2011, 08:50:01 am
My tin is 28cm x 18cm. Hope that helps
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 05, 2011, 10:27:55 am
Thanks Dede  :-*
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Denzelmum on August 07, 2011, 11:33:11 pm
Hi Dede, would you kindly share your choc icing recipe?  Thank you.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on August 08, 2011, 01:26:17 am
no problem Denzelmum, All I use is icing sugar and cocoa mixed together with a little butter and boiling water to make a mixture that is easily spreadable (Not to thick but not to thin). Sorry I don't have measurements as I just guess.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cuilidh on August 08, 2011, 02:44:26 am
That's the same recipe that I've been using since I was a kid a great many years ago!  Really easy and works so well.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 08, 2011, 02:55:48 am
Me too:  about a cup of icing sugar, about 1.5 tablespoons cocoa, 25g butter, and just add the boiling water abit at a time (its ever so easy for water to come out in a rush and then you have to add more icing sugar to thicken again)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 08, 2011, 08:47:46 am
Oh thanks Dede,Cuilidh and CP for the icing recipe  :-* I never would have thought of adding the butter as I just use a plain glace icing of icing sugar and water. :)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Denzelmum on August 09, 2011, 12:16:14 am
Thank you every one! 
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: maddy on August 10, 2011, 08:08:35 am
Gosh, this slice transported me back to my childhood parties....this would be the first thing I would take to  eat
Thanks for bringing back the memories Dede!  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_6218.jpg?t=1312959931)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 10, 2011, 08:34:36 am
Nice looking plate of Chocolate Crunch Maddy 8)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on August 10, 2011, 09:02:17 am
oh Maddy we should all employ you to try all our recipes and post your photos as they look so good. Obviously you have a real eye for photography. Do you do alot of other photography or just food photos?
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on August 10, 2011, 09:34:01 am
I made Narelle's version of this the other day (easy peasy chocolate slice) and it was quite crumbly.  I don't think it was overcooked. I noticed yours has less coconut Dede so I will give this a go next time.  :)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Debbiebillg on August 10, 2011, 12:24:32 pm
Chelsea, I've made both, but this is my favourite.  The reduced amount of coconut does make it a bit more moist and less crumbly.   
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: maddy on August 10, 2011, 12:26:48 pm
Lol dede....thanks, but no. I Just use an old kodak 12 mp., get as close as I can until it's out of focus, and that's it really.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on August 10, 2011, 01:21:10 pm
Chelsea, I've made both, but this is my favourite.  The reduced amount of coconut does make it a bit more moist and less crumbly.   

Thanks Debbie that is good to know.  I might even halve this recipe as I was after a smaller slice.  :)
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Amanda on August 10, 2011, 01:47:01 pm
Great little treat, this one!
Baking day today and now happy kids, thanks!
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 13, 2011, 07:46:33 pm
Well you have done it again Dede, absolutely superb recipe  :-* My DH and DS just love it. ;D
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: dede on August 13, 2011, 09:03:35 pm
I'm glad to hear it CP. It's an old recipe but still loved by most.
Title: Re: Dede's Chocolate Crunch
Post by: johnro on August 13, 2011, 11:36:07 pm
Have to agree with Debbie - this has become our favourite choc slice after making the recipe from Day to Day Cookery for years - similar version to that posted by Narelle with the addition of an egg.  I prefer the moistness of this one - thanks a bunch Dede!!!!