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    Home » Recipes » No-Bake

    Published on Aug 3, 2018. Modified on Jun 8, 2025 by bakingqueen74. This post may contain affiliate links. 6 Comments

    No-Bake Malteser Shortbread Slice

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    My no-bake Malteser shortbread slice is quick and easy to whip up, you’ll only need a loaf tin to make it, and it will set in a couple of hours in the fridge.

    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice

    If that chocolate craving has hit despite the hot weather, a no-bake treat is the perfect answer!

    Maltesers are a perennial favourite here, that malty flavour and crunch inside the chocolate coating can’t really be beaten.

    Malteser buttons are a great way to top off this no-bake slice.

    They have tiny pieces of Malteser inside and add even more crunch!

    If you need chocolate as a matter of urgency, I recommend making this and then after 2-3 hours you’ll have the most amazing chocolate slice to savour.

    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice
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    • Ingredients
    • How to Make No-Bake Malteser Shortbread Slice
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    Recipe inspiration

    The idea for this no-bake slice arrived when I came across a packet of shortbread fingers, some chocolate and a few Maltesers in the cupboard when I was wishing for a chocolate fix.

    Then I just had to buy more Maltesers and some Malteser buttons and I was ready to get going.

    Just make sure you are well stocked like me with treats and chocolate and you can dive right in too!

    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice

    Ingredients

    Here’s what you will need for this recipe. The exact measurements are in the recipe card further down. This is your checklist for shopping!

    • milk chocolate
    • golden syrup
    • butter – I used unsalted
    • shortbread fingers
    • Maltesers
    • Malteser Buttons

    How to Make No-Bake Malteser Shortbread Slice

    In a few simple steps you’ll be able to put this in the fridge to chill and set:

    1. Line a loaf tin with baking paper.
    2. Melt together chocolate, butter and golden syrup (I use the microwave and it only takes a minute or two).
    3. Allow to cool for a bit.
    4. Place a layer of shortbread fingers in the bottom of the lined tin.
    5. Mix Maltesers into your chocolate mixture.
    6. Spoon two thirds of the Malteser chocolate mixture over the shortbread fingers.
    7. Smooth the top and add a second layer of shortbread.
    8. Top with the remaining Malteser mixture and smooth over.
    9. Add Malteser buttons on top.
    10. Transfer to the fridge to set. It will take approximately 2-3 hours depending on your fridge.
    11. When solid, slice into generous slices and enjoy!
    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice

    I love the checkerboard effect of the sliced Maltesers and shortbread against the dark brown of the chocolate once you slice into this.

    Because the chocolate is sweetened with the golden syrup and made even silkier by the addition of the butter, it tastes caramel like and is so moreish you won’t believe it.

    Storage

    It lasts well in the fridge in a covered container, for up to a week, if you can keep your hands off it that is!

    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice

    Video

    I made a video to show you just how quick and easy this is to make, check it out in this post, it will display on the page.

    More to try

    Since the hot weather makes actual baking practically impossible right now, I reckon no-bake slices are the way to go!

    If you feel the same you might like the sound of coconut ice, chocolate peanut butter cornflake slice, mint aero chocolate fridge cake or M&M rocky road.

    No-bake Malteser shortbread slice

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    Recipe

    Malteser slice cut into slices.

    No-Bake Malteser Shortbread Slice

    A very chocolatey no-bake dessert full of Maltesers, shortbread and chocolate and topped with Malteser buttons
    4.88 from 8 votes
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    Course: Baking
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 505kcal
    Author: Lucy Allen | BakingQueen74

    Ingredients

    • 300 g milk chocolate
    • 3 tbsp golden syrup
    • 85 g butter I used unsalted
    • 250 g shortbread fingers
    • 166 g Maltesers (1 large share pack)
    • 93 g Malteser Buttons (1 share pack)
    UK Measurements – US Measurements

    Video

    Instructions 

    • Place the milk chocolate, golden syrup and butter in a bowl and microwave on high for one minute. Stir well until all fully melted. Note: if the chocolate starts to seize, add a splash of milk and stir well. Leave to cool slightly.
      300 g milk chocolate, 3 tbsp golden syrup, 85 g butter
    • Line a loaf tin with baking paper.
    • Place a layer of shortbread fingers in the base of the loaf tin.
      250 g shortbread fingers
    • Mix the Maltesers into the chocolate mixture.
      166 g Maltesers
    • Spoon two thirds of the Malteser chocolate mixture over the shortbread in the tin.
    • Smooth the top, then add a second layer of shortbread fingers.
    • Add the rest of the Malteser mixture over the top, smooth with a spoon or spatula, then top with the Mlteser buttons.
      93 g Malteser Buttons
    • Transfer to the fridge and chill until set. This will take approximately 2-3 hours (depends on the strength of your fridge and the outside temperature etc).
    • Once solid, slice up into chunks and enjoy! Best stored in the fridge in a covered container, especially in hot weather.

    Notes

    If your chocolate starts to seize after heating, add a little milk and stir well and it should become glossy and smooth again.
    Check after 2-3 hours in the fridge to see if it has set. If not, leave for longer until set.
    Did you try and love this recipe?Then please leave a star rating and comment below to let me know how you got on!

    My No-bake Malteser shortbread slice is my entry for the last ever We Should Cocoa challenge which has been taking place over with Choclette from Tin and Thyme for 8 whole years!

    It was one of the first blogging links I took part in, my first entry was my slow cooker raspberry brownies in February 2015, I think. I’ll certain be missing this chocolate-rich link-up and taking part with other blogging friends.

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      Coconut Ice from Living on the Veg
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      M&M Rocky Road
    • Stack of white chocolate Easter bark.
      Mini Egg White Chocolate Bark for Easter Gifts
    • Close up of squares of mint fridge cake.
      Mint Aero Chocolate Fridge Cake

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Kat says

      June 27, 2021 at 8:55 am

      Do you use a 1lb or 2lb loaf tin please? Thank you

      Reply
      • bakingqueen74 says

        June 27, 2021 at 9:39 am

        Hi Kat, I make it in a 1 lb loaf tin normally, it would just be slightly less deep and a little wider in a 2 lb one.

        Reply
    2. Maggie Quantock-Houghton says

      May 26, 2021 at 5:27 am

      Done this three times now 1 with White chocolate which wasn’t that nice. But the milk chocolate ones were so rich and delicious

      Reply
      • bakingqueen74 says

        May 26, 2021 at 9:44 am

        excellent! I have never tried this with white chocolate as much prefer milk too.

        Reply
    3. Choclette says

      August 31, 2018 at 3:59 pm

      I’m so very happy to have this on board for the final chocolate party Lucy. I absolutely adore tiffin and will always go for that if there’s a choice. And Malteser buttons? Helloooooooooo!!!!!!!! Thanks for linking up to #WeShouldCocoa over the years, it’s been fun. I thought you’d been taking part way before 2015, but I guess that’s already more years ago than I care to remember.

      Reply
    4. sherry says

      August 28, 2018 at 5:14 am

      i love maltesers but have never heard of malteser buttons. how fabulous. this looks great.

      Reply
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