No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts

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A decadent no-bake slice combining rich chocolate, buttery caramel, and crunchy roasted peanuts, inspired by a beloved Australian candy bar. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 35 minutes pairs crushed digestive biscuits, unsalted butter, (395 g) sweetened condensed milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 16, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 16 Australian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Line a 20x20 cm square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal later.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt 100 g unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 150 g brown sugar, 1 can (395 g) sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tbsp golden syrup. Stir constantly for 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a rich caramel color.
  3. Step 3: Remove the caramel from heat and stir in 200 g crushed digestive biscuits and 100 g roughly chopped roasted peanuts until fully combined.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it down firmly and evenly with the back of a spoon. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Melt 200 g chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  6. Step 6: Pour the melted chocolate over the chilled caramel base and spread evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until the chocolate sets.
  7. Step 7: Once set, lift the slice from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife.

Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep crushed digestive biscuits from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts?

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 Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). 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 Caramel Slice with Roasted Peanuts?

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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