Chocolate Coconut Squares
Authentic Australian Chocolate Coconut Squares — a delicious dessert dish with 11 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
400
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 100 g Butter
- 100 g Caster Sugar
- 2 Egg
- 140 g Self-raising Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 100 g Plain Chocolate
- 25 g Butter
- 100 g Icing Sugar
- 100 g Desiccated Coconut
Instructions
4 steps · ~60 minutes total
Step 1
Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Butter and line the base of a 20cm square baking tin. Beat together the butter and sugar until pale and creamy, then beat in the eggs. Add 1 tbsp of the flour if the mix starts to curdle.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 2
Sieve in the flour, baking powder and cocoa and fold in with a metal spoon. Stir in the milk. Scrape mix into the tin and level the top. Bake for 18-20 mins or until the cake springs back when pressed. Allow to cool in the tin.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 3
To make the icing, put the chocolate, butter and 4 tbsp water in a pan and gently heat until melted. Allow to cool slightly, then beat in the icing sugar.
5 minutesUse room-temperature ingredients for better volume when whisking.Step 4
Remove cake from tin and peel away paper. Cut into 16 squares. Dip the squares into the icing, then roll in the coconut. Allow to set on cooling rack.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 5 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
What to Serve With
Complete your australian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Chocolate Coconut Squares is a beloved dish from Australian cuisine, originating in Australia. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Australian cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chocolate Coconut Squares are a popular Australian dessert made with a combination of chocolate, coconut, and other ingredients, resulting in a rich and chewy treat.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
