Name: This easy hedgehog slice recipe is a no-bake chocolate classic
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 25 pieces
Ingredients: 1 1/2 x 180g blocks dark chocolate, chopped; 395g can sweetened condensed milk; 125g unsalted butter, chopped; 2 Tbsp golden syrup; 2 x 250g packets Scotch Finger biscuits, roughly broken; 1/2 cup desiccated coconut; TOPPING; 1 1/2 x 180g blocks milk chocolate, chopped; 40g unsalted butter, chopped

Melt-and-mix your way to dessert bliss with this easy Hedgehog Slice recipe—an old-school favourite made with crushed Scotch Finger biscuits and a rich chocolate filling. No baking required, just a few pantry staples and a bit of chill time in the fridge.

With its crunchy biscuit base, coconut for texture, and a glossy chocolate topping, this no-bake slice is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, whether you’re making it for a lunchbox treat, a bake sale, or just because. It’s a classic recipe that never goes out of style.

Note: In addition to the 20 minutes of preparation time listed above, you will also need to set aside 4 hours to chill your slice.

Ingredients

1 1/2 x 180g blocks dark chocolate, chopped

395g can sweetened condensed milk

125g unsalted butter, chopped

2 Tbsp golden syrup

2 x 250g packets Scotch Finger biscuits, roughly broken

1/2 cup desiccated coconut

TOPPING

1 1/2 x 180g blocks milk chocolate, chopped

40g unsalted butter, chopped

Method

Grease a 19cm square cake pan. Line the base and sides with baking paper, extending the paper 2cm above the pan edges.

Put dark chocolate, condensed milk, butter and golden syrup in a saucepan on medium heat. Stir over heat for 5 minutes, or until melted and smooth. Cool for 2 minutes.

Combine biscuits and coconut in a large heatproof bowl. Mix in the chocolate mixture to completely coat the biscuit mixture. Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it well to compact. Cover. Refrigerate for 3 hours.

For Topping, put milk chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1 minute, or until melted and smooth, stirring halfway through cooking. Pour over the slice, spreading to level. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.

Remove the slice from the fridge 15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Storage tips

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Hedgehog slice also freezes well—wrap individual pieces in baking paper and store in a zip-lock bag for up to 2 months.

Why is it called Hedgehog Slice?

The inspiration for the name ‘hedgehog slice’ actually comes from its appearance. The spikes of the chopped biscuit resemble the spikes of a hedgehog!