It’s hard to pin down what exactly a slice is. It’s not quite a pastry nor a biscuit, though a backbone of either adds definition to the creation at hand. Soft fillings – vanilla custard, say, as in a vanilla slice recipe – may be a top order, though an easy slice with the crunch of nuts is just as welcome. And not all slices require time in the oven – some need only the chill of a refrigerator to set. At worst, a slice is a sweet, oblong item that transcends definition; at best, it’s a layered dessert of limitless textures and fillings that keeps us coming back for more.
Here, we have every kind of slice recipe – from easy slices like a caramel slice to more time-consuming slice recipes such as Sweet Envy’s chocolate caramel slice. Whether you’re after a slice recipe to make for a party or just feel like an afternoon sweet treat, these slice recipes are the ones to turn to.

Lemon cheesecake slice with citrus jelly

Lemon verbena custard slice with passionfruit

Jordan Toft’s mandarin and yoghurt frozen slice

Spiced banana and walnut slice with mascarpone frosting

Sweet Envy’s caramel galactic bars (aka fancy Mars Bar slice)
