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    Home » Recipes » No bake

    Hedgehog Slice

    Published: Oct 4, 2019 · Modified: Jan 11, 2025 by Emma Burton · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Hedgehog Slice is a classic no bake, chocolate fudge recipe that only requires a handful of ingredients and minimal time setting in the fridge. This is a no bake hedgehog slice without condensed milk! With only six ingredients, this no bake hedgehog slice is a simple recipe for bakers of all skill levels.

    Hedgehog slice recipe is a classic no bake, chocolate fudge-like recipe that only requires a handful of ingredients and minimal time setting in the fridge.

    I always think of hedgehog slice as a classic, easy NZ recipe like the lolly cake recipe. This was staple at my Grandmas house (though we just knew it as chocolate fudge) and everyone in the family who knew about the no bake chocolate slice recipe would walk in the house, head straight to the fridge and grab a few pieces before they were all gone. Needless to say, this recipe is nostalgic and a family favourite.

    There are a lot of different ways to make hedgehog slice. Some use eggs and melted chocolate, others don't use melted chocolate at all. Some even use condensed milk! The commonality between all the recipes is the classic chocolate icing which is purely a touch of butter, warm water and icing sugar.

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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients Needed
    • Substitutions
    • How to Make Hedgehog Slice Step-By-Step
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More No Bake Slices
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • There are only six ingredients!
    • There is no need for condensed milk. A lot of no bake slices or fudges require condensed milk but we don't always have that on hand. (Don't get me wrong, I love my condensed milk recipes. Just take a look at this KitKat Fudge!).
    • The recipe is no bake and perfect for summer or for days that you don't want to turn on the oven.
    • Hedgehog slice is the perfect snack for on the go, for kids lunchboxes or afternoon tea.

    Ingredients Needed

    Ingredients needed to make the no bake hedgehog slice.

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Substitutions

    • Different Biscuits - I use digestive biscuits in my recipe for hedgehog slice but these can be replaced with arrowroot, Graham crackers, Marie biscuits... Any plain vanilla biscuit/cookie will do.

    How to Make Hedgehog Slice Step-By-Step

    Digestive biscuits in a bag being crushed by a rolling pin.
    Crushed digestive biscuits in a bowl.

    Step 1. Take digestive biscuits.

    Step 2. Lightly crush the digestives and place them in a bowl.

    Chocolate, butter and cocoa in a saucepan ready to melt.
    Chocolate poured over crushed biscuits to make the hedgehog slice recipe.

    Step 3. Melt the butter, cocoa, dark chocolate and vanilla extract together.

    Step 4. Pour the chocolate mixture over crushed biscuits and stir together.

    Chocolate hedgehog slice in a baking pan.
    Icing sugar, butter and cocoa in a bowl to make the hedgehog slice icing.

    Step 5. Place into a prepared 9" baking dish and place in the fridge for one hour.

    Step 6. Make the hedgehog slice icing by placing the softened butter, icing sugar and cocoa in a bowl.

    Chocolate icing spread on top of the hedgehog slice recipe.
    Finished and sliced chocolate hedgehog slice.

    Step 7. Spread the icing over the chilled hedgehog slice and place back in the fridge for a further one hour.

    Step 8. Slice and serve.

    Recipe FAQs

    Why is it called hedgehog slice?

    The pieces of biscuits sotted throughout the chocolate fudge look like the spines on a hedgehog.

    What else is hedgehog slice called?

    Hedgehog slice is also known as chocolate fudge slice in New Zealand and also resembles that of an English Tiffin recipe.

    Can you freeze hedgehog slice?

    Yes you can! This is a great recipe to make a ahead of time so you always have an easy lunchbox filler or sweet treat on hand. I like to freeze mine wrapped in clingfilm. You can also freeze them in a freezer proof container. Bring back to temperature by placing in the fridge overnight.

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    Hedgehog Slice Recipe

    Hedgehog Slice is a classic no bake, chocolate fudge recipe that only requires a handful of ingredients and minimal time setting in the fridge.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Chilling2 hours hrs
    Total Time2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 24 Pieces
    Calories: 208kcal
    Author: Emma Burton

    Ingredients

    • 250 g Digestive Biscuits, (Graham Crackers)
    • ½ Cup Butter (110g)
    • 2 Tbsp. Cocoa (12g)
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 1 and ½ Cups Dark Chocolate (280g)

    Icing;

    • 2 Cups Icing Sugar (240g)
    • 2 Tbsp. Cocoa (12g)
    • 2 Tbsp. and ¼ Cup Warm Water
    • ¼ Cup Butter, Softened (55g)
    Metric - US Conventional

    Instructions

    • Grease and line a 9"x9" slice tin with baking paper and set aside. 
    • Place the butter, cocoa, vanilla extract and dark chocolate in a saucepan and melt together. Or melt in a microwave-safe bowl.
    • Crush the digestive biscuits in a large bowl and pour over the melted mixture. Stir until well combined
    • Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared tin, pressing down firmly and place in the fridge for around an hour while you make the icing.
    • Place the icing sugar, cocoa and softened butter in a bowl.
    • Pour in two tablespoons of water to the bowl and mix ensuring the water melts the butter through the mixture. If the mixture is too stiff add more water one teaspoon at a time until you have a thick but smooth consistency.
    • Spread over the icing in an even layer and return the slice to the fridge for at least another hour before slicing and serving.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

    Notes

    • You can use any type of vanilla biscuit. Marie biscuits, arrowroot, etc.
    • You can freeze this chocolate slice for up to three months. To defrost, leave in the fridge overnight.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 2mg
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