Lemon Coconut Slice - New & Improved

This new and improved no-bake Lemon Coconut Slice recipe is absolutely perfect! A beautiful tangy base made with sweetened condensed milk and crushed biscuits then topped with a creamy lemon frosting... there's a reason this is one of our most popular recipes!

No-Bake Slice Recipes

It's no secret that I LOVE no-bake slice recipes... they're quick, easy and always the first to go at parties and celebrations. Whether it's a Malteser Slice, Mars Bar Slice, Licorice Allsort Slice (help - it's addictive!) Jelly Slice or this classic Lemon Coconut Slice, you really can't go wrong!

Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

This is by far one of my most popular slice recipes... everyone LOVES it!

Here's why it's hands-down the BEST lemon slice recipe you'll ever make:

• no-bake - I love the simplicity and easy of no-bake slices. Not only do they taste amazing, they're quick and easy to whip up!
• perfect flavour combination - sweet, creamy and tangy flavours combine in this delicious slice.
• lunch box friendly - my little one just loves it when I make this slice for his lunch box (check out my tips below for making a firmer frosting that's perfect for lunch boxes).
• freezer friendly - make a big batch and freeze any leftovers. Allow to defrost before consuming.
• perfect for bake sales - I can guarantee you that this slice will be the first to disappear at your local fundraisers, events, parties and fetes!

What You Need

Just 6 basic ingredients is all you need to make this classic no-bake lemon coconut slice.

For The Slice:

• butter - you can use either salted or unsalted butter in this recipe
• sweetened condensed milk - choose full fat sweetened condensed milk (not light or skim versions as they don't set as firmly)
• plain sweet biscuits - like Arnott’s Marie biscuits in Australia, graham crackers in the US, or digestive biscuits
• desiccated coconut - use fine dried desiccated coconut in this recipe
• lemon juice
• lemon zest - finely grate the yellow part of the lemon rind

For The Frosting:

• icing sugar - choose pure icing sugar for a firmer frosting. Icing sugar mixture will result in a softer icing. I prefer to use pure icing sugar as the firmer frosting is more suitable for lunch boxes.
• butter - you can use either salted or unsalted butter in this recipe
• lemon juice
• desiccated coconut - for sprinkling over the top

Step By Step Instructions

Just 15 minutes prep time and a few simple steps is all that's needed to make this yummy lemon coconut slice!

Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

Step 1 - Crush The Biscuits

Use a food processor, a rolling pin or your Thermomix to crush the biscuits into fine crumbs (a few larger chunks is fine too).

Step 2 - Mix

Mix through the coconut and lemon zest until combined.

Step 3 - Add The Wet Ingredients

Stir through the melted butter, sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice.

Mix until combined.

Step 4 - Press Into Tin

Use the back of a spoon to spread out the slice evenly and press the mixture very firmly into the tin.

Place in the fridge to chill while you prepare the frosting.

Step 5 - Make The Frosting

Whisk together the room temperature butter, icing sugar and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.

Spread evenly over the slice making sure it is completely covered in a layer of icing.

Sprinkle the extra coconut over the top and chill in the fridge. That's it!

Tips For Making The Perfect Lemon Frosting

Follow these simple tips for a beautiful and creamy lemon frosting:

1. Use pure icing sugar (as compared to icing sugar mixture) as it will set the frosting firm when placed in the fridge. This is especially important when sending the slice in school lunch boxes
2. Sift the icing sugar before using to remove any lumps (pure icing sugar tends to have more lumps than the softer icing sugar mixture so don't miss this step!)
3. Use room temperature butter
4. If your frosting is too thick to spread, add a small amount of extra lemon juice and mix again
5. If your frosting is too soft, add some extra icing sugar
6. Whisk the frosting until it's smooth and creamy and no lumps of butter or icing sugar remain

FAQ

Related Recipes

When lemons are in season, there's no better time to do some baking!

Here's my Top 6 favourite recipes using lemons:

1. Lemon Baked Cheesecake - this is the ultimate dessert cake! Big, creamy, luscious and fabulous!!!
2. Flourless Lemon Cake (gluten-free) - you don't need to be gluten-free to fall in love with this cake!
3. Lemon Coconut Loaf With Cream Cheese Frosting - another great lunch box recipe. So quick and easy to whip up!
4. Lemon Delicious Pudding - a classic winter dessert that never disappoints. Serve with ice-cream or cream for a decadent finish.
5. Lemon Meringue Pie - an absolute classic dessert that looks like such a showstopper (but it actually really simple to make!)
6. No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake - this no-bake cheesecake simply screams summer, sun and weekend BBQS! Dress it up with fresh berries. I absolutely LOVE this recipe!

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