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Ginger crunch or ginger slice is a classic New Zealand bar that's basically just a delicious shortbread base topped with a smooth ginger icing. They are best enjoyed with a nice hot cup of tea or coffee. The sea salt atop is completely optional. However, I would have topped the icing with some sliced crystallised ginger if I had them.
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- Preheat oven to 180C/350F. Grease a 20cm square baking pan and line the base and sides with baking paper.
- Sift flours, baking powder and ginger into a bowl and mix to combine. Place butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment and beat until thick and pale. Fold in the flour mixture until well combined. Press mixture firmly into prepared pan and prick all over with a fork. Bake for 25-30 minutes until light golden.
- When the base is nearly cooked, make the topping by heating together butter and golden syrup in a medium saucepan until melted and starting to bubble. Stir in icing sugar and ground ginger to combine evenly and spread mixture over cooked base while still hot.
- Set aside to cool at room temperature for 1 hour or until set. Sprinkle the sea salt on top or stud with pieces of crystallised ginger.
- Using a hot knife, cut slice into 16 squares to serve. Store the remaining in a sealed container in a cool place for up to a week.
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...what an interesting, crunchy treat.
ReplyDeleteDesde que lo he visto estoy salivando, que bocado más rico, por favor!
ReplyDeleteBardzo ciekawe batoniki
ReplyDeleteI will make it and share with you. I really want to try it.
ReplyDeleteThis would be a nice addition to a plate of cookies.
ReplyDeleteI have got to try this! I love ginger, and I think I have everything on hand.
ReplyDeleteche meraviglia queste barrette!!
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling these little beauties could be addictive.
ReplyDeleteCannot stand ginger but it does look lovely and chewy! Lovely photos too.
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious, a wonderful treat.
ReplyDeleteQué cosa tan rica, Angie. Te han quedado deliciosos!
ReplyDeleteChe meraviglia! Queste barrette devono essere deliziose :)
ReplyDeleteThis would be a nice snack to have in evenings
ReplyDeleteI love ginger and think this will make a lovely addition to our holiday goodies
ReplyDeleteOh these bars look insanely delicious and addictive. I've only had something similar with a caramel layer, but this ginger icing is a wonderful seasonal option!
ReplyDeleteThis treat is very original, I would love to taste it.
ReplyDeleteYum! I'd like a tray to go please!
ReplyDeletePerfect seasonal treat
ReplyDeleteUy me dio hambre. Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteGish they do look ever so nice.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a yummy treat! Thanks for sharing! Take care, have a great day!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a treat to pop in my mouth - yum!
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of these but they sure look delicious, and festive for the holidays too. Have a great rest of your week Angie. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeletethis looks fab angie. i love a bit sea salt on sweets! and ginger.
ReplyDeleteOoo, I love ginger anything!
ReplyDeleteAnd these look delightful 😋
Happy Thanksgiving, Angie!
I can imagine enjoying these ginger slices with a hot cup of tea or coffee, making it a perfect treat for a cozy afternoon. Thank you for sharing this delightful recipe!
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of this cake before, but it looks delicious. :)
ReplyDeleteI have never made any kind of slice from Australia or New Zealand, though I have lots of recipes that I have collected from friends down under. I have to say this is the most alluring of all the recipes, and I look forward to trying it at the holidays. Thanks, David (C & L)
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