An Australian White Christmas Recipe

Ingredients for An Australian White Christmas

• 4 cups rice bubbles (puffed rice)
• 1 cup powdered milk
• Desiccated Coconut
• Glace Cherries
• Sultana
• 1 1/2 cups icing sugar
• 250g Copha (or other vegetable shortening)

How to Make An Australian White Christmas

1. Line a 20x30cm slice tin with baking paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the slice out later.
2. In a large bowl, combine the powdered milk, rice bubbles, chopped cherries, sultanas, icing sugar, and desiccated coconut.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
4. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the Copha. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly (until just warm to the touch).
5. Gradually pour the melted Copha into the well of dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin and spread evenly.
7. Cut another sheet of baking paper slightly larger than the tin. Place it on top of the mixture. Smooth the surface by gently pressing down with your hands.
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
9. Once set, lift the slice out of the tin using the baking paper overhang.
10. Carefully peel off the top layer of baking paper.
11. Cut into 1-inch squares or triangles.
12. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
13. Merry Christmas!