Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of chocolate with this delicious and easy chocolate tiffin recipe. Made with a crunchy biscuit base, mixed with dried fruits and nuts, and topped with a smooth layer of melted chocolate, this treat will satisfy all your sweet cravings. Perfect for parties or as an afternoon snack, this chocolate tiffin is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 250g digestive biscuits
- 150g unsalted butter
- 150g dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
- 100g mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries)
- 100g chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews)
Directions
- Line a square baking dish with parchment paper.
- Place the digestive biscuits in a plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin, until you have a mix of both fine crumbs and larger chunks.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter, dark chocolate, and golden syrup over low heat, stirring until smooth and well combined.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the crushed biscuits, dried fruits, and chopped nuts. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture into the lined baking dish and press it down firmly using the back of a spoon.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is set.
- Once the tiffin is set, melt the remaining dark chocolate in a microwave or in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the tiffin, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Return the dish to the refrigerator and let it chill for another 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate has set.
- Once the chocolate is set, remove the tiffin from the baking dish and cut it into squares or bars.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tiffin is a popular British treat, often served with tea or as a dessert.
This recipe can be easily customized by adding your favorite ingredients such as shredded coconut, chopped dried apricots, or even a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the chocolate layer.
Tiffin is also known by other names in different countries, such as refrigerator cake or chocolate biscuit cake.