Ginger Crunch

Indulge in the delightful combination of buttery crunchiness and warming spice with this classic Ginger Crunch recipe, a beloved New Zealand treat that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring a rich, crumbly base infused with aromatic ground ginger and golden syrup, this dessert is topped with a luxuriously smooth ginger icing that melts in your mouth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for afternoon tea, a sweet snack, or dessert. With its perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this ginger slice is sure to impress your friends and family. Serve it alongside a hot cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy homemade bliss with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 225 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Golden syrup
• 200 grams Icing sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground ginger (for icing)
• 75 grams Unsalted butter (for icing)
• 2 tablespoons Golden syrup (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 20x30cm baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and ground ginger for the base.

Step 3

Stir in the brown sugar, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and golden syrup together until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix to form a crumbly dough.

Step 6

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth it out with the back of a spoon or your hands.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the icing.

Step 8

For the icing, sift the icing sugar and ground ginger into a medium bowl.

Step 9

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and golden syrup for the icing over low heat.

Step 10

Pour the melted butter mixture into the icing sugar and ginger, whisking until smooth and lump-free.

Step 11

Immediately pour the icing over the warm base, spreading it evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 12

Allow the ginger crunch to cool completely in the pan until the icing is set.

Step 13

Once completely cooled, cut into bars or squares. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	831.8 grams (831.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3851

Total Fat 192.20g	246%
Saturated Fat 113.80g	569%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 496mg	165%
Sodium 554mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 534.20g	194%
Dietary Fiber 7.20g	26%
Total Sugars 351.50g
Protein 25.50g	51%

Vitamin D 37IU	185%
Calcium 177mg	14%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 492mg	10%

*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: 43.6%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 53.8%