Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/9 checked
12
servings
1 cup

brown sugar

0.5 cup

cocoa

200 g

butter

melted

4 cup

plain sweet biscuit crumbs

0.25 cup

custard powder

4 cup

icing sugar

150 g

butter

1 cup

hot water

1 unit

chocolate

melted

Step 1
~15 min

Mix all base ingredients (brown sugar, cocoa, melted butter, biscuit crumbs) together.

Step 2
~15 min

Press the mixture firmly onto a tray.

Step 3
~15 min

Prepare the custard layer by mixing custard powder with icing sugar and butter.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~15 min

Add hot water gradually to create a spreadable consistency.

Step 5
~15 min

Spread the custard mixture evenly over the biscuit base.

Step 6
~15 min

Melt chocolate (optionally add a little cream to make it more runny).

Step 7
~15 min

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the custard layer.

Step 8
~15 min

Refrigerate until set, approximately 1-2 hours.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate.

Add a layer of jam between the biscuit base and custard layer.

Sprinkle with grated coconut or nuts before refrigerating.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Accompany with fresh berries.

Dust with cocoa powder or icing sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Australia

Cultural Significance

A popular dessert for gatherings and potlucks.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Potluck
Birthday

Popularity Score

75/100

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