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AUSTRALIAN WHITE CHRISTMAS RECIPE

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Australian White Christmas

Cultural Context

Originating in Australia, White Christmas is a festive no-bake treat often enjoyed during the summer holiday season. Traditionally made with coconut and dried fruits, it reflects the country's warm climate during Christmas. This sweet confection is a staple at holiday gatherings and has been embraced by families across Australia, with variations including different nuts and fruits.

AustralianAUdessert
120 min
easy
16 servings
Servings4
500 g white melting chocolate
1 cup desiccated coconut
1.5 cups Rice Krispies
100 g glace cherries
0.5 cup dried cranberries
0.5 cup cashews
0.5 cup macadamia nuts
1 teaspoon mixed spice
0.5 teaspoon ginger

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option while maintaining creaminess.

white chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Dark chocolate has less sugar and offers a richer flavor.

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: raisins

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Raisins are more cost-effective and still provide sweetness.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are nut-free and often less expensive.

1

Melt white chocolate over a simmering pot of water until completely melted.

2

Transfer melted chocolate to a wooden board to cool slightly.

3

Add 1.5 cups Rice Krispies, 1 cup desiccated coconut, 0.5 cup dried cranberries, 0.5 cup cashews, 0.5 cup macadamia nuts, 100 g glace cherries, 1 teaspoon mixed spice, and 0.5 teaspoon ginger into the melted chocolate.

4

Mix all ingredients together until evenly coated with chocolate.

5

Pour mixture into a 20 cm square baking tin lined with baking paper and compact it down flat.

6

Set aside in a cool area or refrigerate until firm.

7

Once set, lift out of the tin and cut into blocks.

Cooking Techniques

meltingmixingpressingchilling

Equipment Needed

heatproof bowl20 cm square baking tinbaking paperwooden boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

White ChristmasAussie White Christmas

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