Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Chocolate Cherry Coconut Slice, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. This delectable treat is an exquisite fusion of three classic ingredients, seamlessly blended to create a masterpiece. The rich, velvety chocolate, the sweet and tangy cherries, and the nutty coconut come together in perfect harmony, offering a sensory experience like no other. The base of the slice is a crisp and buttery shortbread crust, providing a sturdy foundation for the luscious filling. Atop this lies a layer of sweet cherries, bursting with juicy goodness and a hint of tartness. The final touch is a generous layer of rich chocolate ganache, its smooth and creamy texture enveloping the cherries and crust in a decadent embrace. This heavenly slice is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special celebration or a simple afternoon treat. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavor combination, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, grab your apron and embark on a culinary journey to create this masterpiece in your own kitchen.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CHERRY, CHOC & COCONUT TRAY BAKE
Keep these five ingredients in your storecupboard so you can whip up a tasty traybake when friends drop by unexpectedly
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Afternoon tea, Treat
Time 30m
Yield Makes 16 slices
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Line a 20 x 30cm baking tray with baking parchment. In a large bowl, mix the desiccated coconut, sugar, eggs, white chocolate and glacé cherries until combined. Cook for 20 mins until golden brown and set, then cool in the tin before slicing into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.07 milligram of sodium
CHERRY-COCONUT SLICES
My mother got this recipe from a woman named Emmie Oddie, a well-known home economist in Canada who had a column in a farming newspaper. Oddie would test reader recipes in her own kitchen and write about it. These tasty sweets are so rich that you need only a small piece. -Judy Olson, Whitecourt, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 32 bars.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix cracker crumbs, marshmallows, coconut and cherries; stir in condensed milk and flavoring. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking pan., For frosting, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; cool until lukewarm, about 15 minutes. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over crumb mixture; refrigerate until set, about 1-1/2 hours., Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHOCOLATE CHERRY COCONUT SLICE
Make and share this Chocolate Cherry Coconut Slice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tisme
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 20-24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make base first by combining butter & sugar in a bowl. Sift the flour and baking powder over the butter mixture and stir to combine.
- Using a large spoon, press the mixture into the base of the pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until light golden brown colour.
- To make the filling combine the coconut, condensed milk and eggs in a bowl. Mix well. Stir in the glace cherries and spoon the mixture over the warm base.
- Bake another approx 20 minutes or until golden brown in colour and firm to touch.
- Allow this to cool completely before adding the topping.
- To make the topping combine the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring after each minute with a metal spoon until the mix has almost melted. Stir until smooth and pour the topping over the filling and refrigerate for 20 minutes or until set.
- N.B. Slice can be sprinkled with extra coconut if desired sprinkle on just before the topping sets completely.
CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
Everyone's a chocolate lover when it comes to this chocolate cheesecake. It melts in your mouth, and it's very smooth and fudgy. For a fun taste twist, spoon cherry or strawberry topping over each slice right before serving. -Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Set aside., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low just until combined. Stir in vanilla and melted chocolate just until blended. Pour filling over crust., Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , Garnish slices with strawberries and chocolate shavings if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use good quality chocolate for a richer flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the coconut and cherries by hand.
- Be careful not to over-mix the batter, as this can make the slice tough.
- Bake the slice until it is just set in the center. Over-baking will make it dry.
- Allow the slice to cool completely before cutting it, as this will help to prevent it from crumbling.
- Store the slice in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This chocolate cherry coconut slice is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, chewy coconut, and sweet cherries, this slice is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this chocolate cherry coconut slice a try. You won't be disappointed!
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