No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy

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A rich, thick no-bake dessert combining smooth peanut butter, crisped rice, and luscious chocolate, reminiscent of a beloved Australian candy bar. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers unsalted butter, brown sugar, golden syrup into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 12 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 100 g unsalted butter with 150 g brown sugar and 2 tbsp golden syrup, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture bubbles gently, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 200 g creamy peanut butter and 100 g icing sugar until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Step 3: Fold 3 cups rice bubbles into the peanut butter mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Press the mixture firmly into a lined 20x20 cm square baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 200 g dark chocolate with 1 tbsp vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until silky and smooth.
  6. Step 6: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the pressed slice base and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with No-Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice Inspired by Australian Candy?

Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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