We had a celebratory afternoon tea at work recently for a colleague and I knew I wanted to bake something that wasn’t overly sweet, and it also needed to travel well (I’ve learnt the hard way that cupcakes don’t tend to look that pretty at the end of my 2.5km walk to work!). A nutty, zingy slice seemed like the perfect option, and this almond & ginger slice was just the ticket!
I slightly altered a recipe I found on Taste.com
Ingredients List
- 175g butter
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup plain flour
- 2tbs milk (I used almond milk, but any should be fine)
- 2 cups almond meal
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 125g glace ginger
- 70g flaked almonds
Steps
- Preheat oven to 190C
- Beat the butter and sugar until pale and creamy
- Add the egg and beat well, then add the flour and milk in two batches, beating well each time
- Fold in the almond meal and ground ginger
- Chop the glace ginger into small pieces and fold through the batter
- Spoon into a lined slice tray, pushing into the corners and smoothing the top
- Sprinkle with the flaked almonds then bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and cooked through
- Leave to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then continue cooling on a wire rack
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
The slice is nice and dense thanks to the almond meal, and the chunks of glace ginger provide delicious bursts of zing. Add to that the crunch of almonds on top and it’s definitely a winner in my books! I was pretty popular with my colleagues when I showed up with this as well, it’s definitely a nice change from the chocolatey, super sweet foods that are often present at work functions!
This almond & ginger slice is particularly tasty when eaten with a cuppa – I suggest you whip up a batch yourself and give it a try!
What do you like to bring to work events? Maybe my almond & ginger slice would hit the spot?
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I Spy Plum Pie is Liz, an early 30s kiwi-born, Melbourne raised girl who is passionate about the environment and sustainability, food, exploring and learning new things. Join me on my journey to a happy, sustainable life!
Lucy @ Bake Play Smile
August 17, 2015 at 7:05 am (9 years ago)Yum!!! I often make a honey and almond slice – but this is going to be the perfect change!! Love it!
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I Spy Plum Pie (admin)
August 22, 2015 at 8:22 pm (9 years ago)I hope you like it lovely!
Malinda @mybrownpaperpackages
August 21, 2015 at 4:52 pm (9 years ago)Sometimes cupcakes just don’t cut it, I love the look of this slice and probably would have tried to sneak 2 slices off the plate! #FFF
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I Spy Plum Pie (admin)
August 22, 2015 at 8:22 pm (9 years ago)I didn’t bring any home so I have a feeling a few people did sneak a couple of slices, and that’s a-ok with me!
Lauren @ Create Bake Make
August 22, 2015 at 7:22 am (9 years ago)Yep, I learnt the hard way after practically melting a cheesecake in my car that you need to think carefully about the treats you take into work! This looks delish, thanks for linking up with us for Fabulous Foodie Fridays!
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I Spy Plum Pie (admin)
August 22, 2015 at 8:28 pm (9 years ago)Oh yikes, a melted cheesecake wouldn’t be much fun!
lili
September 9, 2015 at 6:53 am (9 years ago)Love the look and sound of your slices, with the almond and lovely glacé ginger. Great combination!
Yum!
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I Spy Plum Pie (admin)
September 13, 2015 at 9:28 pm (9 years ago)Thanks Lili!