A classic no-bake chocolate hedgehog slice made with crushed biscuits, walnuts, coconut, sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate that is so quick and easy! The most delicious melt and mix slice that takes just 15 minutes to prepare.
When it comes to easy no-bake slice recipes, they don't get much more old-fashioned than our classic chocolate hedgehog slice!
This chocolate hedgehog slice is one of my all-time most popular slice recipes - along with my Jelly Slice, Malteser Slice, Peanut Butter Slice, ANZAC slice and Clinkers Rocky Road.
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
There is SO much to love about this sweet and simple hedgehog slice!
- No-bake - there's no need to turn on the oven with this easy melt and mix recipe. Simply chill in the fridge and then cut into yummy little pieces.
- Quick & easy - just 15 minutes prep time is all it takes to make hedgehog slice.
- Freezer-friendly - this slice can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Perfect for getting organised for lunch boxes or afternoon snacks.
- Classic recipe - chocolate hedgehog slice is such an old fashioned favourite and it's no wonder it's stood the test of time (when it's totally delicious!)
What You Need
My no-bake chocolate hedgehog slice recipe couldn't be any easier to make... and all you need is a few pantry staples:
Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
- butter - either salted or unsalted butter are fine to use in this recpe
- sweetened condensed milk - use full fat - not skim
- dark chocolate - choose any type of dark chocolate or dark chocolate melts (cooking chocolate). Alternatively you can use milk chocolate if you prefer.
- plain sweet biscuits - (known as cookies in the US). I generally use Arnott's Marie biscuits, but you can use any type of plain biscuit/cookie you like
- desiccated coconut - which is finely shredded dried coconut
- walnuts - omit for a nut-free version (see notes below)
- cocoa powder - choose a cocoa powder such as Cadbury, Hersheys or Nestle brand.
- vegetable oil or coconut oil - optional - this helps to avoid the chocolate layer from cracking when it is cut into pieces.
Step By Step Instructions
With just 15 minutes prep time and a few basic steps, this chocolate hedgehog slice recipe could not be easier making it the perfect recipe for beginners through to experienced cooks.
Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
Step 1 - Melt
Grease and line a rectangular slice tin.
Melt the butter, chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in the microwave (or on a stove-top or in a Thermomix).
Stir until completely melted and combined.
Step 2 - Mix
Mix through the crushed biscuits, coconut, walnuts and cocoa powder.
Stir until the dry ingredients are well coated.
Step 3 - Press Into Tin
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking tin. Use the back of a spoon to evenly smooth the surface.
Step 4 - Top With Chocolate
Melt the extra dark chocolate mixed with coconut oil/vegetable oil (optional) and pour over the slice.
Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours before cutting into pieces.
Expert Tips & FAQ
Hedgehog slice is so quick and easy to make!
Here's a few tips for making it perfectly every single time:
Line the baking tin with baking paper and allow the paper to hang over the edges - this will make it much easier to remove from the tin once set.
Using full-fat sweetened condensed milk, instead of skim or light, makes the slice set firmer.
Of course! You can omit the walnuts for a nut-free version - either replace with sultanas or if omitting entirely, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk by approximately 50g.
Adding a small amount of vegetable oil or coconut oil to the melted chocolate that is poured over the top of the slice will help it to stop cracking when cut into pieces. It is optional, but I find it really helpful.
Take your slice out of the fridge at least 20 minutes before cutting into pieces - this will help the chocolate from cracking when cut.
Store the slice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze the slice in an airtight container with greaseproof baking paper between each layer for up to 3 months.
More No-Bake Slice Recipes
No bake slices are an absolute speciality of mine!
I love how simple and no-fuss they are to prepare... and of course, how well loved they are!
Here's some more of my most popular no-bake slice recipes:
- Lemon Coconut Slice - this is everyone's favourite no-bake slice! Sweet, creamy, lemony and completely addictive.
- Super Easy Peppermint Slice - a fun twist on a classic peppermint slice but without any fuss.
- Turkish Delight Slice - if you love Turkish delight, then you're going to LOVE this slice!
- Clinkers Slice - an Australian favourite! Chunks of Clinkers mixed through a sweet crushed cookies and sweetened condensed milk base topped with a chocolate layer. YUM!
- Caramello Slice - if you don't have the time to prepare a classic chocolate caramel slice, then this is the recipe for you! Quick, easy and completely no-bake.
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Chocolate Hedgehog Slice
Ingredients
- 100 g butter
- 395 g sweetened condensed milk
- 150 g dark chocolate melts or block
- 250 g plain sweet biscuits crushed (like Arnotts Marie)
- ½ cup (50g) desiccated coconut
- ½ cup (65g) walnuts roughly chopped
- 2 tbs cocoa powder
- 290 g extra dark chocolate melts or block
- 2 tbs vegetable oil or coconut oil optional
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Grease and line an 18cm x 28cm slice tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the butter, sweetened condensed milk and dark chocolate melts into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on 50% power, 3-4 minutes, (stirring every 30 seconds), or until melted. Stir well.
- Add the crushed biscuits, coconut, walnuts and cocoa powder and mix together well.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared tin, pressing down firmly.
- Melt the dark chocolate melts and vegetable oil (or coconut oil) in a microwave-safe bowl on 50% power, 3-4 minutes (stirring every 30 seconds), or until just melted. Alternatively, you can use a stove-top for this step.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the slice and refrigerate for a mimimum of 3 hours.
- Cut into slices and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Thermomix Method
- Grease and line an 18cm x 28cm slice tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Crush the biscuits by pressing Turbo for 2-3 seconds. Set aside.
- Place the butter, sweetened condensed milk and dark chocolate melts into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 80 degrees, Speed 2.
- Add the crushed biscuits, coconut, walnuts and cocoa powder and mix for 5 seconds on Reverse, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 5 seconds.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared tin, pressing down firmly.
- Melt the dark chocolate and vegetable oil in a clean and dry Thermomix bowl for 3 minutes, 60 degrees, Speed 2. Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the slice and refrigerate for a mimimum of 3 hours.
- Cut into slices and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- butter – salted or unsalted butter are both fine to use
- sweetened condensed milk – use full fat, not skim, to set firmer
- dark chocolate – you can use any type of dark chocolate or dark chocolate melts (cooking chocolate). Alternatively, you can replace the dark chocolate with milk chocolate.
- plain sweet biscuits – (known as cookies in the US). I generally use Arnott’s Marie biscuits, but you can use any type of plain biscuit/cookie you like
- desiccated coconut – is finely shredded coconut
- walnuts – you can omit the walnuts for a nut-free version – either replace with sultanas or if omitting entirely, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk by approximately 50g
- vegetable oil or coconut oil - adding a little vegetable oil or coconut oil to the melted chocolate that is poured over the top of the slice will help it to stop cracking when cut into pieces. This is optional.
Bonnie Smith
I liked this recipe, because it had less butter than other hedgehog recipes, and no extra added sugar, just what is in the condensed milk, and choc, which I used dark chocolate. I made this and it turned out great. So yummy! My youngest son doesn't like the coconut bits, but my oldest son doesn't mind them, he loves it! I didn't add the walnuts, but maybe next time ☺
Rebecca Hughes
I make this often for my partner who is a Hedgehog lover. This recipe is a winner and oh so easy. Love a no bake recipe. Today I subbed the extra dark chocolate for white chocolate and sprinkled some mini M&M’s over the top. Fingers crossed it’s just as good as the original.
Charlie
Hello. Just want to clarify please, there are two quantities of dark chocolate, one is called 'extra dark chocolate'. But in the recipe, only 'dark chocolate' is referred to and I'm not clear on which quantity is which. Could you please clarify? is 'extra dark' referring to 70% dark chocolate? is this the one that is used for the topping?
Thanks!
Lucy
Sorry the extra just means in addition to! Thjis is for the topping!
Michael jennings
Best hedgehog slice I have ever eaten
Lucy
I'm so glad to hear that!