Florentine slice

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Florentine slice

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 40 Min

Total Time : 50 Min

Ingredients

Serves :
  • 375g packet mixed dried fruit


  • 125g slivered almonds


  • 200g mixed glace cherries, finely chopped


  • 1/4 cup plain flour, sifted


  • 150g butter, chopped


  • 1/2 cup honey


  • 1 egg, lightly beaten


  • 200g good-quality dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 170°C. Grease a 3cm-deep, 18cm x 28cm (base) slab pan. Line with baking paper (see note).
  • Combine dried fruit, almonds and cherries in a large bowl. Stir in the flour.
  • Combine butter and honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes or until butter melts. Allow to cool slightly. Add honey mixture and egg to fruit mixture. Mix until well combined.
  • Spoon mixture into prepared pan and smooth surface. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside in pan to cool completely.
  • Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium (50%) for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every minute with a metal spoon, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Spread chocolate over cooled slice. Set aside for 2 hours or until set. Cut into pieces. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until firm. Serve.