In Australia, where this recipe has its origin, items go by different names than we use here in the States. For example, this recipe is called “slices,” but we would call it “bars.” Some other terms that are interesting – shrimp are called prawns, arugula is called rocket, cilantro is called coriander, diapers are called nappies, and the elderly are called oldies. A car trunk is called a boot and friends are called mates. Thank you Skye K. from “Down Under” for this delicious dessert recipe!
These slices require no baking, but they do need to chill for several hours. Once made, they will last for several weeks in an air-tight container. Serve the slices with a rich red wine for a truly decadent dessert!
Chocolate, Cranberry and Pistachio "Slices"
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 12 1/2 ounce good quality dark chocolate 70% cocoa
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup shelled pistachios
Instructions
- Line a loaf pan with aluminum foil.
- Break the chocolate into chunks and place in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes (stirring every 30 seconds). Microwave until almost melted.
- Add in condensed milk and stir until mixture is smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
- Press mixture into pan and smooth the top.
- Chill until mixture is set - several hours.
- Remove from the pan by lifting it out by the aluminum foil.
- Place loaf on a cutting board and cut into 1/2 inch slices using a very sharp knife.
- Cut each slice in half.
So glad you tried this slice Simple Celebration – it’s truly delicious isn’t it! Good choice using Ghiradelli chocolate too – it’s not readily available down under but would be my choice if it was! (As it is I use Lindt) You can substitute any dried fruit for the cranberries – dried apricots work well, or raspberries or blueberries – and if you have time, softening them in a bowl of boiling water first then patting them dry makes them nice and plumpy. Ditto any nuts are good – macadamias for a particularly Aussie treat, or hazelnuts, Brazil nuts… It’s very adaptable. Enjoy!