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Title: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 22, 2012, 12:36:55 pm
Malt Slice
This simply recipe was given to me by Mrs J more than 20 years ago and has been a family favourite ever since.

Ingredients
2 packets of Malt-O-Milk biscuits
180g butter
400g can sweetened condensed milk
2 tbsp golden syrup
1 large block Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate (these have shrunk over the years. You can get away with 200g, but for extra special occasions I buy two blocks, use 250g and eat the leftovers!)
1 tbsp vegetable oil

Method
Crush biscuits for 5 secs on speed 5.  Set aside.
Melt butter, condensed milk and golden syrup 3 minutes, 100 degrees, speed 3.
Add crushed biscuits and mix on speed 5 until combined.
Press into standard slice tin (base lined with baking paper).  Set aside.
Melt chocolate (I still prefer the microwave for this) and stir in vegetable oil.
Pour over slice and refrigerate overnight or until firm.
Cut into neat squares - a hot knife and ruler work well.
They freeze well - Uni has tried it.

members' comments

JD - GS and I made this today.  I couldn't get the proper biscuits so just bought another brand of malt biscuits and it is really nice. I don't know how many end pieces I ate whilst I was cutting it into squares but I didn't want anything for tea.  Thanks Kimmy, this is a winner and would be nice in Christmas hampers.

Cookie - I tried this at Judy's. It is delicious.

Trudy - I've made both the plain and mint version of this lovely slice. For the mint version I melted 250grms of Cadbury mint chip chocolate.  Tastes a bit like the mint slice biscuits.

kt2 - Thank you for posting this recipe Kimmyh. It's very tasty and sssooo easy!! Will be making this for DD's school fair.
I topped it with Malteasers! 

Uni - thanks Kimmy for a very easy recipe. I halved the recipe and used homemade butter and homemade condensed milk. DD said it taste like a kit kat choc bar. I've frozen 2 pieces for testing for just over 1 month - still yum.  Super easy and super yum.

Suzanne - Yum, yum this is absolutely delicious and very easy to make, thanks for a great recipe.

Denzelmum - Made this with Yo Yo (Arnott biscuit from SA) for school fete. Looking good!





 



Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2012, 12:43:56 pm
I can imagine how nice that is Kim.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 22, 2012, 01:13:17 pm
I can too. You definitely have cutting down to a precision art. I will try this recipe soon
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Greyhoundmum on October 22, 2012, 02:33:59 pm
This does look nice, can you suggest an alternative for this type of biscuits I have never seen them?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on October 22, 2012, 08:45:25 pm
on my TO MAKE list
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: kt2 on October 22, 2012, 11:27:41 pm
These look so good! Will hopefully make these on the weekend  :)
Thanks for sharing Kimmyh  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 23, 2012, 12:03:29 am
A hot knife and ruler work well CP.  :)
GHM they are Arnotts Malt-o-milk and are pretty easy to get at the major supermarkets. They are usually near the other staples like granita, milk arrowroot, etc. Some of the homebrands probably have something similar but I have never tried as I can always get the arnotts ones. The packet looks like this:
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Greyhoundmum on October 23, 2012, 12:09:14 am
Hi Kimmyh now that packet looks familiar I must have just been walking past them fro years!!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2012, 07:46:17 am
Oh yum yum.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:26:58 am
GS and I made this today.  I couldn't get the proper biscuits so just bought another brand of malt biscuits and it is really nice. I don't know how many end pieces I ate whilst I was cutting it into squares but I didn't want anything for tea.  Thanks Kimmy, this is a winner and would be nice in Christmas hampers.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Cornish Cream on October 23, 2012, 10:30:11 am
OK this has got my attention :D :D :D just need to know the weight of the block of chocolate ;)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:39:35 am
I used a 200g block CC but kept a little bit back to pour into some of the holes of a dinosaur mold I had bought GS.  When I popped the 6 of them out of the tray later I got the most beautiful thank you from him.  You have all that to look forward to.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Cornish Cream on October 23, 2012, 10:50:53 am
Thanks Judy :-*
What a super Grandma you are making chocolate dinosaurs for GS.I can't wait to get Louis cooking with me,I know he will love working the buttons on the TM :D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 23, 2012, 12:09:54 pm
It's great anytime of the year JD! Glad you like it. When I first started making the recipe, blocks were 250g, but they have shrunk over the years and are now 200g. You can get away with 200g, but for extra special occasions I buy two blocks, use 250g and eat the leftovers!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on October 23, 2012, 12:28:46 pm
LOL Kimmy ;D

This slice looks amazing, especially with your perfect cutting Kimmy! ;) I will definitely be making it soon, I'm sure someone's birthday must be coming up.... no, actually, can't think of anyone, but I will find another excuse!!! ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: trudy on October 23, 2012, 11:53:50 pm
I am going to make this today so I also thought I would make one using chocolate that has little pieces of mint in it as well.  Hope it works out.  Will let you know when I have had a taste!!!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on October 24, 2012, 12:00:18 am
That sounds like a great idea trudy! ;)

And there are so many other flavours you could try too.... ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: cookie1 on October 24, 2012, 10:08:23 am
I tried this at Judy's. It is delicious.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: trudy on October 25, 2012, 03:09:49 am
Today I made both the plain and mint version of this lovely slice.
For the mint version I melted 250grms of cadbury mint chip chocolate.  Tastes a bit like the mint slice biscuits.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 25, 2012, 06:11:26 am
Glad you enjoyed it Trudy and love the tweak. If peppermint is your thing, let me know and I will dig up and old recipe for peppermint slice that uses peppermint crisps.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on October 25, 2012, 06:21:41 am
was going to make this today but would u  believe that coles didnt have any butter or marg  :-))
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: trudy on October 25, 2012, 06:30:17 am
Thanks Kimmyh,  Would love to have the recipe for that slice.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on October 25, 2012, 07:28:07 am
was going to make this today but would u  believe that coles didnt have any butter or marg  :-))

No Uni, I actually don't believe it!!! :o
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on October 25, 2012, 08:05:01 pm
was going to make this today but would u  believe that coles didnt have any butter or marg  :-))

No Uni, I actually don't believe it!!! :o

 :o thats what i did when i was told that  maybe in 3 hours i could get some butter, guess what i am making today 
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on October 25, 2012, 10:52:43 pm
It probably would have been quicker for you to make your own butter lol :-))

Are you going to make the normal version or add another flavour to it Uni?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: obbie on October 26, 2012, 07:06:02 am
I need to make these too. will report back
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on October 26, 2012, 10:25:10 am
Am I wrong or does this slice taste a bit like fudge?  It does to me but then I've only made fudge a couple of times, only once successfully.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: trudy on October 26, 2012, 10:36:27 am
Judy I think it has a fudge like consistency also.  Not quite the same but you could sure serve it on a tray with other sweets.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on October 26, 2012, 10:38:41 am
Thanks Trudy, that's good enough for me.  I find fudge not that easy to get right and this one is so easy.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: kt2 on October 29, 2012, 07:18:34 am
Thank you for posting this recipe Kimmyh  ;D
Made it on the weekend, very tasty and sssooo easy!!
Will be making this for DD's school fair  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 29, 2012, 11:08:38 am
Glad you liked it Kt2. I get requests to make this all the time as I am sure you will now. :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on October 29, 2012, 07:21:59 pm
thanks Kimmy for a very easy recipe, i halved the recipe and used  homemade butter and homemade condensed milk

DD said it taste like a kit tak choc bar

i have frozen 2 pieces for testing, have you frozen any b4 kimm?   
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on October 29, 2012, 08:41:59 pm
No it doesn't seem to last that long. Its an interesting idea. Let us know how it goes. :)
Title: Re: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: *suzanne* on November 12, 2012, 02:23:29 am
Yum, yum this is absolutely delicious and very easy to make, thanks for a great recipe xx
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on November 12, 2012, 04:39:11 am
Glad you enjoyed it Suzanne. :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Denzelmum on November 13, 2012, 03:29:58 am
thanks Kimmy for a very easy recipe, i halved the recipe and used  homemade butter and homemade condensed milk

DD said it taste like a kit tak choc bar

i have frozen 2 pieces for testing, have you frozen any b4 kimm?   
Looking forward to try this too!  Uni - how do you do homemade condensed milk?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on November 13, 2012, 04:37:55 am
here you go
   

sweetened condensed milk
   * 1 cup  water
   * 2 cups sugar
   * 260 g  non-fat dry milk powder
   * 80 g melted margarine

mix water and sugar for 4 mins on varoma
add   butter leave until melted add milk powder

mix on speed 4 for 30sec then incrse speed to 6 for 30 secs more
Title: Re: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Jamberie on November 13, 2012, 05:16:19 am
Think I'll have to make this asap!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: kt2 on November 13, 2012, 05:21:19 am
I made this slice for DD school fair cake stall! I topped it with Malteasers!  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on November 13, 2012, 08:36:58 am
Oh yummy great idea :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Denzelmum on November 13, 2012, 07:12:06 pm
here you go
   

sweetened condensed milk
   * 1 cup  water
   * 2 cups sugar
   * 260 g  non-fat dry milk powder
   * 80 g melted margarine

mix water and sugar for 4 mins on varoma
add   butter leave until melted add milk powder

mix on speed 4 for 30sec then incrse speed to 6 for 30 secs more

Many thanks Uni!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: achookwoman on November 13, 2012, 08:32:13 pm
Kimmyh,  thanks for this delicious recipe.  I will make it today as I know DH will love it.  I have posted a similar one,  that is un baked, with Apricots in it.   I also have posted a coffee flavored one that is baked.  I often make 1/2 recipe as DH tends to just keep eating it.    Thanks again.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on November 13, 2012, 09:36:31 pm
Thanks ACW. We have same problem too. It us just so moorish. Half is a great idea.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Halex on November 13, 2012, 11:32:23 pm
HOW DID I MISS THESE  :P :P :P :P :P

H :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on November 14, 2012, 12:10:10 am
 super easy and super yum H
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: jo_nz on November 14, 2012, 12:52:42 am
Hehe, this looks a lot like the recipe for "Lolly Cake" - a classic kids party food around these parts!  Same basic recipe, by the looks (slightly more butter, I think!!), and then you mix in "fruit puff" or "eskimo" sweets (which look a bit like coloured marshmallows but are firm...not sure what overseas equivalent would be).
Then shape into a log and roll in coconut.  When cold, cut into slices. 
The biscuits we use are just called "Malt Biscuits" but I assume they are similar...?

Might have to make some for DDs 3rd birthday next week.  Thanks for the reminder about it!  Definitely something from my childhood. :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on November 14, 2012, 01:06:14 am
i want to make a  lolly cake now  :-))
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2012, 01:07:53 am
Do you think they might be clinkers in there Uni?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on November 14, 2012, 01:21:19 am
i dont think so  JD

Pascall Eskimos are used in Lolly cake. 

120g Butter
250g Malt Biscuits
190g Pascall Eskimos (cut into pieces)
1/2 tin of condensed milk
Coconut (for coating)

Warm the butter and the condensed milk in the microwave.  Add the biscuit crumbs and the Pascall Eskimos (cut into pieces).  Stir mixture well.  Form the mixture into a log shape or into small balls.  Roll in Coconut.  Put into the fridge for approximately 4 hours.  Once set, cut the log into slices and serve
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Wonder on November 14, 2012, 01:26:33 am
I've never seen Pascall Eskimos, maybe they are a NZ thing.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on November 14, 2012, 02:10:00 am
yes they are from NZ
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: jo_nz on November 14, 2012, 02:51:42 am
i want to make a  lolly cake now  :-))

thanks for finding the pic. that's them! Yes, a kiwi classic. I think I must usually make a double batch - whole tin of cond milk, which is why I thought it had more butter! (Freezes okay, or lasts a while in the fridge....if it gets a chance!)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2012, 05:36:26 am
Thanks Uni, I have never heard of them much less seen them but then I don't spend any time browsing the lolly aisle so it is not surprising.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on November 14, 2012, 12:22:45 pm
I want to make a lolly cake too!
What a great idea.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on November 14, 2012, 10:32:03 pm
Couldn't you make a cake with any type of lolly and still call it a lolly cake? I would use pineapple lumps for my mum ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: jo_nz on November 14, 2012, 10:48:20 pm
sure, a lolly cake, but it wouldn't be Lolly Cake  ;)
Seriously though, I have heard of pineapple lumps being used, but the eskimoes are more of a similar texture to the slice, and easier to cut.    Also tried one with dried apricots instead of lollies.  (sheesh, sounds like I eat it all the time!!)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: achookwoman on November 14, 2012, 10:58:18 pm
The slice with Apricots (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2414.0) is my Fav.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2012, 11:04:54 pm
Nice one to bump Chookie.  Can you use the low fat condensed milk, does it make a difference to these slices? I am going to make this one once I've done my shopping.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: droverjess on November 14, 2012, 11:07:13 pm
Can you use butter in home made condensed milk? I dislike margarine intensely.
Thanks.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on November 14, 2012, 11:11:10 pm
(sheesh, sounds like I eat it all the time!!)

Don't worry, we won't tell anyone ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2012, 11:33:08 pm
Can you use butter in home made condensed milk? I dislike margarine intensely.
Thanks.

Yes DJ, I use butter in mine.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 03, 2012, 08:31:22 pm
JD was it you that asked if i was going to freeze some ?

well i did, in the freezer just over 1 month. still yum  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on December 03, 2012, 09:43:05 pm
That's great Uni. The chocolate didn't go white or did you freeze it without chocolate?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 03, 2012, 09:44:39 pm
with the chocolate kimm only took about 3mins b4 i ate some  :-))
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 09:51:10 pm
No it wasn't me Uni, I just keep mine in the fridge.  I ate the last one yesterday - made 23rd October - so they last a while here.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Mama Fergie on December 03, 2012, 11:25:38 pm
Can you use different biscuits in this JD as I have never heard of these?
What biscuits did you use Uni?

They look yum  :)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 11:35:38 pm
I think you need the malt biscuits for the lovely flavour MF, you must be able to buy them over there.  If not Arnotts, a cheaper brand is usually available.   
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 03, 2012, 11:50:53 pm
or make your own

Simple Malt Biscuits

125 grams butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons golden syrup
2 tablespoons liquid malt extract
2.5 cups self-raising flour

Cream the butter and sugar using an electric mixer. Add the egg, then the golden syrup and the malt extract. Mix until combined.

Sift in the flour and mix with a wooden spoon until well incorporated. Dust hands lightly with flour, then roll dough into small balls and place onto a greaseproof-lined baking tray. Press down slightly with a floured fork. The biscuits will spread and riseonly slightly.

Bake at 140C for about 15-20 minutes or until golden.

Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Mama Fergie on December 03, 2012, 11:55:30 pm
That's what I thought Judy.
Will have a look for malt biscuits in Coles later and see if Arnotts have some.
Thanks for the recipe Uni will make them if I can't find ready mades in the supermarket.
Prefer homemade but time is restricted due to Xmas preparation.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 04, 2012, 12:01:36 am
yes coles do have them
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Mama Fergie on December 04, 2012, 01:18:32 am
Thank you  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 16, 2012, 06:30:10 am
made this today using homemade malt  biscuits

i add 2 tablespoons liquid malt extract instead of the golden syrup



Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2012, 09:21:25 am
Lovely presentation Uni.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on December 16, 2012, 10:54:08 am
Oh Uni that looks awesome. How does it taste?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 16, 2012, 10:56:59 am
Gorgeous Uni 8)
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Amy :-) on December 16, 2012, 11:20:23 am
You legend Uni ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: droverjess on December 19, 2012, 11:02:21 pm
made this today using homemade malt  biscuits

i add 2 tablespoons liquid malt extract instead of the golden syrup





You have confused me.
4 T malt
Or 2 T please Uni, thanks
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 20, 2012, 02:19:50 pm
I wonder if this would sate nice with ginger punts instead of the malt bickies?
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: snappy on December 23, 2012, 11:25:44 am
Just made this to take on Christmas Day.  Hopefully it should be delicious! 

I also used Uni's amendment of substituting the golden syrup for malt extract to give it that extra malt taste
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on December 23, 2012, 11:34:53 am
I wonder if this would sate nice with ginger punts instead of the malt bickies?
I am not sure. I think you need the malt biscuits to give it the taste. Ginger might be too strong.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: fundj&e on December 23, 2012, 05:12:34 pm
made this today using homemade malt  biscuits

i add 2 tablespoons liquid malt extract instead of the golden syrup


You have confused me.
4 T malt
Or 2 T please Uni, thanks
sorry DJ just read this
its 4 all up
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Denzelmum on September 17, 2013, 01:15:37 am
Make this with Yo Yo (Arnott biscuit from SA) for school fete. Looking good!
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2013, 01:51:26 am
I'm sure it tastes really good too.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: Denzelmum on September 17, 2013, 01:53:20 am
try to be good and haven't taste yet, will let DD to be the judge  ;D
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2013, 03:58:25 am
try to be good and haven't taste yet, will let DD to be the judge  ;D

Well done. I try too but often fall over.
Title: Re: Malt Slice
Post by: droverjess on September 17, 2013, 06:29:22 am
Me too cookie LOL
Title: Malt Slice
Post by: Kimmyh on September 17, 2013, 01:29:43 pm
I sneak a bit out of the bowl before I press it into the tin ;)
Looks great Denzelmum.