Florentine Slice

Indulge in the luxurious crunch of this Florentine Slice, a decadent treat that combines caramelized nuts, vibrant dried fruits, and a rich dark chocolate coating. Perfectly balanced between sweet and nutty, this recipe uses sliced almonds, pistachios, dried cranberries, and apricots for a medley of textures and flavors. A honey-infused caramel binds the ingredients into a golden, chewy base that’s baked to perfection before a layer of melted dark chocolate is added for a touch of indulgence. Easily prepped in just 15 minutes and yielding 12 irresistible slices, this elegant dessert makes an impressive addition to afternoon tea spreads, holiday platters, or as a delightful homemade gift.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 100 g Unsalted butter
• 100 g Brown sugar
• 100 g Honey
• 50 ml Heavy cream
• 100 g Blanched almonds (sliced)
• 50 g Unsalted pistachios (roughly chopped)
• 50 g Dried cranberries
• 50 g Dried apricots (chopped)
• 50 g All-purpose flour
• 200 g Dark chocolate (70% cocoa, melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 20x30 cm (8x12 inch) rectangular baking tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar and honey. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

Slowly stir in the heavy cream, then increase the heat slightly. Allow the mixture to gently simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the almonds, pistachios, dried cranberries, dried apricots, and all-purpose flour until the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and spread it out evenly using a spatula. Press it down lightly to ensure it’s compact.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Be careful not to overbake, as the caramel may burn.

Step 7

Remove the tin from the oven and allow the slice to cool completely in the tin. It will harden as it cools.

Step 8

Once cooled, carefully lift the Florentine slab out of the tin using the parchment paper. Using a serrated knife, cut it into 12 rectangular slices or smaller pieces if preferred.

Step 9

Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Alternatively, microwave in short bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy.

Step 10

Dip the bottom of each Florentine slice into the melted chocolate or spread a generous layer of chocolate on the bottom using a knife or spatula. Place the slices chocolate-side-up on a wire rack to set.

Step 11

Allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	850 grams (850.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4005

Total Fat 238.80g	306%
Saturated Fat 103.40g	517%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 271mg	90%
Sodium 127mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 419.80g	153%
Dietary Fiber 46.80g	167%
Total Sugars 297.40g
Protein 49.90g	100%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 575mg	44%
Iron 34mg	189%
Potassium 3085mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 41.7%