No-Bake Chocolate Walnut Slice

Ingredients

For the Base:

• • 120g (4.2 oz) walnuts, chopped
  • 400g (14 oz) cookies, crushed
  • 120g (0.6 cup) sugar

• • 2g (0.5 tsp) vanilla sugar
  • 60g (0.5 cup) cocoa powder
  • 250ml (1.25 cups) milk

• 150g (5.3 oz) butter

For the Top Layer:

• • 20g (0.7 oz) walnuts, chopped

• 100g (3.5 oz) milk or dark chocolate, chopped
• 100ml (0.5 cup) cream (33%-35% fat content)

Directions

Prepare the Base:

• • Crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-lock bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add 120g of chopped walnuts to the bowl and mix.
  • In a saucepan, heat milk, sugar, and vanilla sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.

• • Stir in the cocoa powder and mix until the mixture thickens.
  • Add butter to the mixture and stir until fully melted and combined.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture over the cookie and walnut mixture. Mix thoroughly.

• Press the mixture firmly into a baking pan lined with parchment paper, smoothing it into an even layer.

Prepare the Top Layer:

• • Sprinkle the remaining 20g of chopped walnuts evenly over the base layer.

• • Heat cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the chopped chocolate until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture over the base layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Chill and Serve:

• • Refrigerate the slice for at least 30 minutes or until set.
  • Slice into portions and serve chilled.

5 Serving Suggestions

• • Garnish with fresh berries or whipped cream for a sophisticated dessert.
  • Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

• • Pair with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
  • Add a drizzle of caramel or extra melted chocolate for added indulgence.
  • Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Cooking Tips

• • Use digestive or graham crackers for the cookies in the base.
  • For a crunchier texture, lightly toast the walnuts before adding them to the mixture.

• Substitute milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutritional Benefits

• Walnuts: Rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.
• Cocoa Powder: A source of magnesium and flavonoids.

Dietary Information

• Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free cookies.

Nutritional Facts (Per Slice – Makes 16)

• • Calories: 220

• • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fat: 14 g

• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 12 g