Opera House Slice (Bars) Recipe

Name: Opera House Slice (Bars)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base; 3/4 cup plain flour; 3/4 cup self-raising flour; 1/2 cup icing sugar (confectioners sugar); 125 g butter, chopped; Topping; 60 g butter; 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla essence; 1 1/2 tablespoons milk; 1 3/4 cups mixed dried fruit; 3/4 cup slivered almonds

Servings: persons

Base
3/4 cup plain flour
3/4 cup self-raising flour
1/2 cup icing sugar (confectioners sugar)
125 g butter, chopped
Topping
60 g butter
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1 3/4 cups mixed dried fruit
3/4 cup slivered almonds

1
Preheat oven to moderate (180C.) Grease a 30cm x 20cm (base measurement) slice tin and line with baking paper, hanging over the two long sides.
2
To make the base, sift the flours and icing sugar into a mixing bowl.
3
Rub in the butter with your fingertips until evenly combined.
4
Press into the tin and bake for 15 minutes.Cool 10 minutes.
5
For the topping, melt the butter in a saucepan and then add the sugar, vanilla, milk and fruit. Stir over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and stir in the almonds.
6
Spread the topping over the base, and baked for 10 minutes until the almonds are lightly golden.
7
Cool the slice in the tin, lift out and cut into squares to serve.

816

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base, 3/4 cup plain flour, 3/4 cup self-raising flour, 1/2 cup icing sugar (confectioners sugar), and more.

Yes, Opera House Slice (Bars) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Opera House Slice (Bars)

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Variations & substitutions

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