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The Easiest Vanilla Slice Ever

This one is exactly what it says on the tin. Easy, no-fuss, and perfect when you want something sweet without turning it into a full project.

You’ve got creamy vanilla custard, crisp crackers, and a tangy lemon icing on top, which gives you all those classic vanilla slice vibes with barely any mucking around.

There’s no pastry to deal with, the filling is easy to put together, and once it’s chilled you can slice it up and you’re done.

Let the custard firm up a little before pouring it over the biscuits. Spread the icing gently so you don’t shift the top layer.

Serve it chilled, sliced between the biscuits for easy portions.

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Vanilla slice topped with lemon icing and made with custard and SANZ crackers
Steph de Sousa

The Easiest Vanilla Slice Ever

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This easy vanilla slice uses vanilla custard, SANZ crackers, and a simple lemon icing for a fuss-free dessert that still feels like a real treat. It’s easy to prep ahead and perfect for slicing up and sharing.
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prep time Prep Time 15 minutes
setting time Setting Time
 5 minutes
total time Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Sweets & Baking
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 158
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 pkt SANZ crackers
  • 1 litre vanilla custard
  • 2 tbsp gelatine powder
  • 2 cups icing mixture
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 lemon

Method
 

  1. Pop gelatine into 1/2 cup of cold water and stir.
  2. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, and if not dissolved, zap again for 30 seconds.
  3. Place a container of custard into a separate bowl.
  4. Combine the gelatine by pouring it on top of the custard, pouring and stirring at the same time.
  5. Refrigerate for 1 hour until starting to firm.
  6. Line a slice pan with baking paper, cover the bottom with SANZ biscuits, then pour over the custard mix.
  7. Top with more biscuits and pop in the fridge overnight.
  8. For lemon icing, mix icing sugar, butter, zest and lemon juice until smooth, then spread over the top layer of biscuits.
  9. Slice between biscuits and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 92mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 272IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.4mg

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Easiest Vanilla Slice Ever

Do I need to make this the day before?

The recipe says to pop it in the fridge overnight, so it’s a great make-ahead one.

The recipe says to slice between the biscuits, which makes it much easier.

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