A simple no-bake Licorice Allsort Slice that bursts with the sweet flavours of licorice candies and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Made with just a handful of basic ingredients, this easy slice is a guaranteed hit at parties and bake sales - anytime really!
There's just so much to love about a simple no-bake slice... especially one that looks as pretty as this Licorice Allsort Slice. Believe me, it's totally addictive!
Made with a simple biscuit base, pops of licorice allsorts throughout and a classic chocolate topping...... slices don't get much yummier than this!
Just like my Turkish Delight Slice, Peppermint Slice and Caramello Slice, there's no need to turn the oven on when making this quick and easy no-bake licorice allsort slice!
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
- Basic ingredients - aside from a packet of licorice allsorts, you probably already have all the other ingredients required for this slice sitting in your fridge and pantry right now.
- You don't have to like licorice to enjoy this slice... I promise! - even if you don't like licorice (I don't!!) you'll love this slice (I do!!) The subtle little bursts of licorice flavour don't overwhelm the sweet biscuit crumb base and the chocolate layer on top is simply DELICIOUS!
- A family favourite - this sweet little slice is one of my Mum's absolute favourites... and it's no surprise given how yummy it is.
- Super quick - so little prep time (just 20 minutes), then mix and chill in the fridge.
- Easy recipe - besides being absolutely foolproof, there's no fancy equipment required - just a knife, a bowl and a spoon.... this really is the perfect recipe for beginner bakers too.
- Most popular '5 Star' recipe - it's the perfect slice for lunch box treats, morning or afternoon tea, kids parties, school fetes, bake sales and fundraisers!
Reader Review:
***** "Finally I have made this slice. And OMG its to die for. Even better than the Malteser slice if thats possible. I'm on a roll with the no-bake slices... thanks so much for this recipe, it's just heavenly".
What You Need
With basic pantry ingredients and a bag of yummy licorice allsorts, you can enjoy this licorice allsort slice so quickly and easily!
Note: please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
- butter - salted or unsalted, either are fine to use in this recipe
- sweetened condensed milk - choose full fat sweetened condensed milk as it sets the slice more firmly than the skim version
- golden syrup - if you can't find golden syrup in your supermarket, you can substitute it for corn syrup, honey or maple syrup.
- sweet plain biscuits/cookies - I like to use Arnotts Marie biscuits but you can use any plain sweet biscuit (known as cookies in the US). Graham crackers are a good alternative for a sweet plain cookie.
- desiccated coconut - desiccated coconut is very finely grated coconut that contains moisture but is dry to the taste and touch
- licorice allsorts - choose a good quality licorice allsort such as Darrell Lea
- milk chocolate - you can use either 'melts' or a block, but again, chose a good quality baking chocolate such as Cadbury baking products
- vegetable or coconut oil - this is optional, however, adding this to the chocolate makes it much easier to cut the slice without the chocolate cracking.
Step By Step Instructions
Believe me, this recipe couldn't be any easier to make... just make sure not too many licorice allsorts 'disappear' when you're cutting them up!
Note: please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
Step 1 - Prepare The Wet Ingredients
Grease a slice tray and line it with baking paper overlapping the edges of the tray - this makes it easier to lift out and slice once chilled.
Place the butter, sweetened condensed milk and golden syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave on 50% power.
Note: Alternatively you can melt the chocolate and butter in a saucepan on the stovetop or in a Thermomix.
Mix wet ingredients to combine.
Step 2 - Prepare The Dry Ingredients
Cut the licorice allsorts into small slices.
Crush the biscuits/cookies finely using your food processor or Thermomix.
Step 3 - Mix
With a spoon, mix the melted ingredients, the crushed biscuits, coconut and chopped licorice allsorts together until well combined.
Press mixture evenly into your slice tray and set aside.
Step 4 - Melt The Chocolate
Roughly break up the chocolate (if using a block) and place the chocolate and vegetable or coconut oil into a microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave on 50% power.
Note: Alternatively you can melt the chocolate and oil in a saucepan on the stovetop or in a Thermomix.
Spread a layer of melted chocolate evenly over the slice and then refrigerate for 3 hours before cutting the slice into pieces.
TIP: Click here for my expert tips on cutting slices into perfect pieces!
Expert Tips & FAQ's
With the addition of a little vegetable oil or coconut oil, it makes the chocolate topping much easier to cut without the chocolate cracking. See my tips for cutting slices perfectly here.
I recommend using full fat sweetened condensed milk for this recipe as the slice sets more firmly. I use the Nestle brand but any full fat sweetened condensed milk will work well.
You can substitute the golden syrup for corn syrup, honey or maple syrup.
You can store your slice in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
This slice can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Related Recipes
No bake slices are the ultimate sweet treat when you're running short on time and are looking for recipes that are quick and easy to make and require only basic ingredients.
Here's a few more of my most popular no-bake slices:
- Chocolate Crunchie Slice - the combination of honeycomb and chocolate is perfectly sweet and delicious. There's no need to turn the oven on with this simple recipe.
- Chocolate Hedgehog Slice - a classic favourite! This old fashioned slice combines chocolate, biscuits and nuts. YUM!
- Strawberry Cheesecake Slice - this 5 ingredient recipe requires absolutely no baking... but has ALL the deliciousness of a classic cheesecake.
- Lemon Coconut Slice - this is by far the most popular slice recipe on Bake Play Smile and it couldn't be easier to make! Fresh, light and zesty with a creamy lemon frosting.
Please check out my collection of some of my other favourite no-bake recipes here!
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Licorice Allsort Slice
Ingredients
- 125 g butter chopped
- 160 g (⅔ cup) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tbs golden syrup
- 250 g plain sweet biscuits crushed (like Arnotts Marie biscuits)
- 40 g (½ cup) desiccated coconut
- 375 g licorice allsorts roughly chopped/sliced
- 200 g milk chocolate block, or melts roughly chopped
- 10 g (2 tsp) vegetable oil or coconut oil
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Line and grease a 18cm x 32cm slice tray with baking paper and set aside.
- Combine the butter, sweetened condensed milk and golden syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and melt on 50% power, 3-4 minutes, or until melted.
- Add the crushed biscuits, coconut and licorice allsorts and stir until just combined.
- Press the mixture into the base of the prepared pan and set aside for 30 minutes to firm.
- Place the milk chocolate and vegetable or coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and melt on 50% power, 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until just melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the slice and place into the fridge to set. Chill 3 hours before cutting.
Thermomix Method
- Line and grease a 18cm x 32cm slice tray with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the biscuits into the Thermomix bowl and crush for 8 seconds, Speed 8. Set aside in a separate bowl.
- Place the butter, sweetened condensed milk and golden syrup in the Thermomix bowl and melt for 4 minutes, 60 degrees, Speed 2.
- Add the crushed biscuits, coconut and licorice allsorts and mix for 10 seconds, Reverse, Speed 3, (or until combined - use the spatula to help mix).
- Press the mixture into the base of the prepared pan and set aside for 30 minutes to firm.
- Place the milk chocolate and vegetable or coconut oil in a clean and dry Thermomix bowl and melt for 4 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the slice and place into the fridge to set. Chill 3 hours before cutting.
Lesley Holst says
I love this recipe Lucy. I make it every Xmas and take it to parties,work and as Xmas gifts. Its always well received. I also chop extra allsorts into irregular shaped small pieces and sprinkle on the top when I do the chocolate topping.
Lucy says
Fantastic idea!!
Louise Savino says
What brand of allsorts do you use
Lucy says
Any is fine! Darrel Lea or homembrand!