This slice is super-easy and has a buttery, crunchy base.

Spicy Apple and Oat Slice

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups plain flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 185 g butter melted
• 400 g canned pie apple
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• Method

  • STEP 1Preheat oven to 180C. Brush a shallow 30 x 20 cm tin with melted butter, line base and sides with baking paper.
  • STEP 2Place flour, oats, sugar, coconut and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl, stir to combine.
  • STEP 3Make a well in the centre and pour in melted butter.
  • STEP 4Mix with a wooden spoon until all the ingredients are moist.
  • STEP 5Firmly press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared tin.
  • STEP 6Place the apple on top, smooth it out with a fork or spatula and sprinkle with extra cinnamon.
  • STEP 7Crumble remaining mixture over apples, press gently onto the apple with your fingers.
  • STEP 8Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and base is crisp.
  • STEP 9Cool and cut into squares or fingers.

  • Notes

    You can spice this slice up a bit and add extra flavour with the finely grated rind of 1 lemon or a handful of sultanas, chopped raisins or currants.
    In place of the cinnamon, add the same amount of ground ginger and a couple of tablespoons of finely chopped glace ginger.