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    Home » Recipes » Bars Brownies & Slices

    ANZAC Slice

    A picture of Lucy the baker from Bake Play Smile.
    Modified: May 20, 2025 · Published: Apr 20, 2020 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 68 Comments
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    Our classic ANZAC Slice takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for lunchbox snacks! Chewy, sweet and oh-so-delicious (just like your favourite ANZAC biscuits!).

    Chewy, golden and packed with that classic ANZAC flavour - this ANZAC Slice is your new go-to! Keep it traditional, or throw in some chocolate chips for a fun twist. Quick, easy and always a hit (just like my ANZAC biscuits and chocolate oat flapjacks).

    Pieces of ANZAC slice laid out on baking paper

    This was a very easy recipe with fantastic results. Tasted delicious and quicker to make than a batch of ANZAC biscuits.

    - Kim

    *Please note that my ANZAC Slice recipe has been approved for publishing by the Australian Department of Veterans Affairs.  

    If you love the rich, buttery flavour of ANZAC biscuits, then this ANZAC Slice is going to be your new favourite treat! It's everything you adore about the classic Aussie bikkie - golden syrup, oats and coconut - baked into a chewy, crowd-pleasing slice.

    Whether you're making a batch for school lunchboxes, a bake sale or a sweet afternoon tea, this recipe is as quick and easy as my chocolate caramel slice, vanilla custard slice, chocolate oat cookies, and honey joys... and just as irresistible! 

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    • Quick and easy - No electric mixers or fancy steps. Just melt, mix, and bake.
    • Made from pantry staples - Think rolled oats, coconut, and golden syrup. Simple ingredients, big flavour.
    • Customisable - Stick with the classic or add chocolate chips for a fun twist.
    • Freezer-friendly - Great for prepping ahead. Slice, freeze, and you're sorted for snacks or lunchboxes.
    • Chewy, golden and irresistible - All the flavour of an ANZAC biscuit, in a soft and satisfying slice.
    Jump to:
    • Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
    • Slice Ingredients
    • Variations
    • How To Make ANZAC Slice
    • Recipe Tips
    • ANZAC Slice FAQs
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    • ANZAC Slice

    Slice Ingredients

    You'll only need a handful of basic pantry staples to make this chewy and golden ANZAC Slice - simple, fuss-free and budget-friendly!

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    The ingredients for ANZAC Slice in small bowls.
    • rolled oats - alternatively you can substitute the rolled oats with quick oats if you prefer
    • golden syrup - if you can't access golden syrup, you can replace it with honey, rice malt syrup or maple syrup

    Variations

    Chocolate Chip ANZAC Slice - Stir through 150g of chocolate chips (milk, dark or white) before baking.

    Fruit & Nut - Add a handful of chopped dried fruit (like cranberries, sultanas or apricots) and/or chopped nuts (walnuts or macadamias work well).

    Coconut-Free - Leave out the coconut and replace with extra oats if you prefer.

    Drizzle with Chocolate - Once cooled, drizzle melted chocolate over the top for an extra indulgent touch.

    How To Make ANZAC Slice

    This ANZAC Slice is so simple to make - just 10 minutes of prep and a few easy steps for a chewy, golden slice everyone will love!

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    butter and golden syrup mixture in a bowl
    1. Step 1: Melt the butter, golden syrup and water and then stir through the bi-carbonate of soda until frothy.
    ingredients for oat slice in a mixing bowl
    1. Step 2: Add the oats, brown sugar, flour and coconut into a bowl.
    anzac slice mixture in a mixing bowl
    1. Step 3: Mix together and set aside until needed.
    chocolate chips on top of slice batter in a bowl
    1. Step 4: Optional Step - Allow the mixture to cool and then stir through the chocolate chips.
    Oat slice mixture pressed into a baking tin.
    1. Step 5: Press the mixture firmly into your prepared baking tray and bake for 25 minutes or until the top of the slice is lightly golden brown.

    Recipe Tips

    • Use rolled oats - Quick oats make it too dense. Rolled oats give you that classic chewy texture.
    • Heat the butter mixture - Make sure your butter and golden syrup mix is hot enough to activate the bicarb soda properly.
    • Press it down firmly - Use the back of a spoon to press the mix into the tin evenly so it holds together when sliced.
    • Cool completely before slicing - Let it cool in the tin before cutting, or it might fall apart.
    • Add a twist if you like - Throw in some choc chips, dried fruit or chopped nuts if you want to mix things up.
    • Store it right - Keep in an airtight container at room temp for up to a week.
    • Freezer-friendly - Slice and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Just thaw at room temp when you need a snack!
    pieces anzac slice with chocolate chips stacked on top of one another.

    ANZAC Slice FAQs

    Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

    You can, but the texture will be different. Rolled oats give that classic chewy bite, while quick oats make the slice softer and more cake-like.

    Can I make this ANZAC Slice gluten-free?

    Yes - just swap the plain flour for a gluten-free plain flour blend. Important: oats are naturally gluten-free but not always suitable for coeliacs, so check with your health professional if needed.

    Can I add chocolate chips or other extras?

    Absolutely! Chocolate chips, dried fruit (like cranberries or sultanas), or chopped nuts are all great additions.

    How should I store ANZAC Slice?

    Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.

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    Pieces of ANZAC slice on a sheet of baking paper.

    ANZAC Slice

    Our classic ANZAC Slice takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for lunchbox snacks! Chewy, sweet and oh-so-delicious (just like your favourite ANZAC biscuits!). 
    5 from 39 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Slices
    Cuisine: lunch box snacks
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 serves
    Calories: 277kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
    • 1 cup (150g) plain flour
    • ⅔ cup (135g) brown sugar
    • ⅔ cup (65g) desiccated coconut
    • 125 g butter chopped
    • 2 tbs golden syrup
    • 2 tbs water
    • ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
    • 150 g chocolate chips optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius (160 degrees cesius fan-forced).
    • Grease and line a standard sized slice tray (approximately 18X28cm) with baking paper.
    • Place butter, syrup and the water into a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 2 minutes on 70% power (or until the butter has melted).
      Stir through the bicarbonate of soda.
      If using a Thermomix: Place the butter, golden syrup, water and brown sugar into the TM bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 1.
      Stir through the bicarbonate of soda.
    • Add the rolled oats, flour, sugar and coconut to the bowl and mix through.
      If using a Thermomix: Add the rolled oats, plain flour and coconut. Mix together for 40 seconds on Reverse, Speed 2.
    • Optional Step: Allow the mixture to cool and then stir through the chocolate chips (if using).
    • Place the mixture into the tray and press down firmly.
      Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
    • Leave in the baking tray to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
      When the slice has cooled completely, cut it into slices.

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    • Use rolled oats - Quick oats make it too dense. Rolled oats give you that classic chewy texture.
    • Heat the butter mixture - Make sure your butter and golden syrup mix is hot enough to activate the bicarb soda properly.
    • Press it down firmly - Use the back of a spoon to press the mix into the tin evenly so it holds together when sliced.
    • Cool completely before slicing - Let it cool in the tin before cutting, or it might fall apart.
    • Add a twist if you like - Throw in some choc chips, dried fruit or chopped nuts if you want to mix things up.
    • Store it right - Keep in an airtight container at room temp for up to a week.
    • Freezer-friendly - Slice and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Just thaw at room temp when you need a snack!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      May 28, 2025 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      Make this ever other week! Delicious. And so easy, Kids love making it now!

      Reply
      • Sally says

        July 26, 2025 at 4:27 pm

        The recipe fails to mention where you add the bicarbonate soda when reading the thermomix option

        Reply
        • Lucy says

          July 27, 2025 at 4:16 pm

          My apologies! I've updated this now 🙂

          Reply
    2. K says

      November 11, 2024 at 4:27 pm

      5 stars
      I haven’t made this yet, but I want to thank you for an authentic recipe honouring the ANZACs. So many recipes have ‘added this’ or ‘no bake’. I love that you’ve used the capitals, and the recipe is approved for publishing.

      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        November 12, 2024 at 1:50 pm

        Thank you so much 🙂

        Reply
    3. Catherine says

      October 04, 2024 at 9:39 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for these quintessential Australian recipes Lucy - you're like the modern Margaret Fulton 🙂

      Reply
    4. Kim says

      April 25, 2024 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      This was a very easy recipe with fantastic results. Tasted delicious and quicker to make than a batch of Anzac biscuits.

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        April 27, 2024 at 6:05 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    5. lilly says

      August 14, 2023 at 2:38 am

      5 stars
      are the calories for the whole thing or per serve?

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        August 14, 2023 at 11:13 am

        Per serve

        Reply
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