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“Three layers: crushed biscuit, sweetened condensed milk, and jelly. A Commonwealth classic.”

Jelly slice

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Jelly slice is an Australian and New Zealand jelly dessert which consists of three layers: a crust, a filling, and a topping. The crust is made out of crushed Arnott's biscuits, the filling is usually sweetened condensed milk, and the topping is made from Aeroplane Jelly. Jelly slices originated in Australia, and are popular desserts especially around Christmas and Easter time, although they are also eaten throughout the year. Despite its popularity in Australia and New Zealand, the dessert is not as common around other parts of the world, but may be found in Commonwealth countries.

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Jelly slice is a three-layer dessert that holds together the textures of the Commonwealth kitchen: a crushed biscuit base that gives way to sweetened condensed milk, all crowned with bright, wobbling jelly. Born in Australia and beloved throughout New Zealand, it's the kind of dish that shows up reliably at Christmas and Easter tables, though you'll find people eating it year-round, tucking slices into lunch boxes and dusting crumbs off plates at afternoon tea.

Order it here when it has

  • structured simplicity
  • regional tradition
  • enduring popularity
  • Commonwealth staple

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