A classic Honey Almond Slice recipe that combines the sweetness of honey with the nutty crunch of golden flaked almonds. This simple baked slice takes just 10 minutes to prepare and I'm sure will become a firm favourite.
This was a Saturday morning tradition when I was a kid, as the local bakery sold this delicious slice. We would buy three diferent slices; Honey & Almond Slice, Chocolate Caramel Slice, and Lemon Coconut Slice, then cut each slice into three, and share a taste of each one. SUCH A TREAT!
Well, these days I can so easily make my own, and (sorry, bakery) but there really is nothing better than homemade.
And with other classics like Apple and Sour Cream Slice and Weetbix Slice, to quick and easy no-bake slices like Malteser Slice and Jelly Slice, there are so many different varieties to choose from!
... the options for sweet slices are deliciously endless!
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
In just a few simple steps, you can enjoy the flavour and texture of delicately golden flaked almonds and luscious honey on a classic crumb base.
"Delicious and so easy to make!!"
- Classic old-fashioned recipe - this classic recipe is sure to be popular with everyone (except those that don't eat nuts!)
- Simple pantry ingredients – using only basic baking ingredients, have a peek in your pantry and fridge and you might find that you don't even need to make a trip to the supermarket!
- Freezer-friendly - you can freeze this honey almond slice for up to 3 months, so you can always have a delicious treat on hand to serve at short notice.
- Taste, taste, taste - combine the buttery flavour of golden flaked almonds coated in sticky sweet honey, on a base using brown sugar for richness, and you have a taste sensation on your hands - try it, you'll see.
What You Need
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients, quantities and full detailed method.
- butter - I prefer to use unsalted butter as a baking ingredient, although it's not essential, so if you usually buy salted butter, using that will be perfectly fine.
- brown sugar - using brown sugar in recipes adds a deeper, more caramel flavour and colour, and keeps the texture moist.
- plain flour – also known as all-purpose flour in the US.
- almond meal - you can buy almond meal from the bakery or nuts section of any supermarket. Almond meal is the same as ground almonds - so you can always make your own almond meal by grinding whole almonds if you prefer.
- honey - choose any variety that you enjoy the taste of!
- flaked almonds - these are whole almonds that have been blanched and then thinly sliced, and are widely available from the bakery or nuts section of any supermarket.
Step by Step Instructions
Whilst it looks incredibly classy, this honey almond slice is one of the simplest slices you can make - and it takes just 10 minutes to prepare!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients, quantities and full detailed method
Step 1 - Combine The Base Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan forced), and line and grease a 20cm square baking tin.
Melt the butter in the microwave and once melted, add the rest of the base ingredients to the bowl.
Mix ingredients together until well combined.
Step 2 - Bake The Base
Press the base mixture into a lined baking tin and bake for 12 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 3 - Make The Topping
Melt the butter and honey together in a bowl in the microwave.
Stir the flaked almonds through the mixture.
Step 4 - Assemble The Slice
Pour the mixture over the base and spread the almonds out evenly.
Step 5 - Bake The Honey Almond Slice
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Cool completely before slicing into pieces.
Expert Tips And FAQ
If your oven is not fan-forced, I suggest increasing the temperature by 10-20 degrees, from 170 degrees (fan forced) to 180-190 degrees celsius (conventional). Just keep a close watch during the baking time to make sure it doesn't burn.
I would strongly recommend greasing and lining the tin with baking paper. The honey in the topping can run down the sides of the base and become sticky while baking, which makes it difficult to remove the slice from the tin.
Yes, you certainly can. However, depending on what you use, your base may be thicker or thinner and you will need to adjust the baking time to suit.
I would not recommend substituting the flaked almonds with slivered almonds, as the texture is quite different and the topping may crack when sliced.
The slice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. It can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
More Slice Recipes
Now that you've seen how easy this slice is to make, try some of my other simple and delicious slice recipes!
- Milo Mousse Chocolate Slice - this delicious slice has a chewy, rich chocolate base and a soft and creamy mousse topping.
- Turkish Delight Slice - this no-bake slice has a basic biscuit base made with Turkish Delight chocolate, scattered with extra chunks of Turkish delight and topped with a white chocolate layer.
- Raspberry Coconut Slice - a triple-layered slice combines a buttery, biscuit base, a layer of sweet, sticky jam and a topping of luscious coconut meringue.
- Creamy Lemon Crumble Bars - these Lemon Crumble Bars have a tangy, creamy lemon filling, an oat base and a crunchy crumble on top.
- Mars Bar Slice - a no-bake chocolate caramel and rice bubble slice that needs just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time.
Honey and Almond Slice
Ingredients
For The Base
- 100 g butter roughly chopped
- 60 g (⅓ cup) brown sugar
- 115 g (¾ cup) plain flour
- 60 g (½ cup) almond meal
For The Topping
- 80 g butter roughly chopped
- 60 g (3 tbs) honey
- 85 g (1 cup) flaked almonds
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
- Grease and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper and set aside until needed.
- Place the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave for 3 minutes on 50% power or until melted.
- Add brown sugar, plain flour and almond meal to the melted butter and mix until well combined.
- Using the back of a spoon, press the base mixture firmly into the prepared baking tin.
- Bake for 12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Melt the butter and honey in a mirowave-safe bowl for 3 minutes on 50% power or until melted.
- Stir the flaked almonds through the melted mixture and spread the warm topping evenly over the base.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the tin with the aid of the baking paper, and set aside on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into pieces.
Thermomix Method
- Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
- Grease and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper and set aside until needed.
- Melt the butter in the Thermomix for 3 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 1.
- Add the brown sugar, plain flour and almond meal. Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat twice; scraping down the sides of the bowl each time.
- Using the back of a spoon, press the base mixture firmly into the prepared baking tin.
- Bake for 12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Place the butter and honey into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 4 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 1.
- Stir the flaked almonds through with the spatula. Pour the warm topping mixture on to the base and spread the almonds evenly.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the tin with the aid of the baking paper, and set aside on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into pieces.
Angela says
I only have normal white sugar, could I use a combination of white sugar and maple syrup (75/25) to try and get a similar caramel like flavour to brown sugar?
Lucy says
Hi Angela, I haven't personally tried that so wouldnt be able to recommend whether it may work!