With a rich shortbread base, a layer of raspberry jam, and then topped with a layer of toasty coconut, this raspberry coconut slice is a classic retro treat.
Grease and line a 20cm square (8") baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
To a medium bowl, add melted butter, caster sugar and vanilla and mix to combine.
80 g salted butter, 100 g caster sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix in the egg.
1 egg
Add the flour and mix to form a dough.
200 g plain (all-purpose) flour
Press the dough into the prepared tin, smooth the top, and bake for 10 minutes, or until just set.
Warm the jam in a small microwave-safe bowl for 30 - 40 seconds, then stir to get a slightly more even, pourable consistency (see my notes).
200 g raspberry jam
Pour the raspberry jam over the warm base, and spread it into an even layer.
Coconut layer
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg whites and caster sugar until fluffy.
2 egg whites, 80 g caster sugar
Mix in desiccated coconut and shredded coconut.
60 g desiccated coconut, 60 g shredded coconut
Spoon the coconut mixture in an even layer over the jam.
Return to the oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the coconut is golden brown.
Allow to cool before slicing.
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Notes
The base only needs to be firm enough to spread the jam over, not fully baked through, because it will be returned to the oven to be baked again once the coconut topping goes on.
I warm the jam in the microwave to make it easier to spread. If the jam is room temperature (or cold from the fridge), it's harder to spread than you might think.
*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*