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The Cook Up with Adam Liaw
There's a reason why slice recipes get passed down from generation to generation. You can have a slice mixed and in the oven in mere moments. No-bake versions don't even need the oven. Grandmothers across every culture have known this since forever. Most will have a few versatile slice recipes up their sleeve (alongside the requisite hanky) to pull out for unexpected company; hot days when it's too sticky to bake; a quick afternoon tea to celebrate a win; or to make for a Sunday morning treat with a cup of chai.
If you're advised to "press firmly into the tin", you know you're making a good slice, granny-style. Be sure to share these recipes with yours.
In the early twentieth century, a square of gur cake from the baker would set you back a halfpenny. Source: Donal's Kitchen Hero
Combine melted marshmallow, vanilla, butter and a few other choice ingredients and spread into the tin. Source: The Chocolate Queen
Rumour has it that Louise cake was created to honour the wedding of Queen Victoria's daughter, Princess Louise in 1871. Source: Alan Benson
Panforte is a delectable combination of dried fruits, nuts, spices, honey and, if you are lucky, chocolate. Source: SBS Food
This family favourite calls on preserved pumpkin and lime zest to seal the deal. Source: Sharyn Cairns
Snack on some guilt-free apricot slice and leave refined-sugary sweets behind! Source: Jacqui Small / Lisa Linder
This buttery, biscuit-like slice is often served at Hindu festivals. Source: Alan Benson
This isn't the your oma/gran/baa-baa would be familiar with, so we think it's time you introduced her. With an amaretti biscuit base, mixed nuts, cardamom and a splash of brandy, this indulgent treat makes for sophisticated snacking or a delightful after-dinner sweet. This slice will quickly help you appreciate the potential of vegetarian and raw cooking. Source: Hardie Grant Books
CWA champion baker, Merle Parrish, knows a thing or two about a good slice. Source: Merle Parrish
And while talking citrus, we must not forget Adam Liaw's . Inspired by the beloved Australian classic slice and the popular American pie made with key limes (also known as Mexican limes or West Indian limes), this refreshing dessert combines zesty citrus flavours with a rich, buttery crust for a unique fusion of taste and tradition. Likely unnecessary information, but you can store leftover apple slice for up to four days. Source: Matthew Evans
This recipe uses mahlab, a powerful spice with notes of bitter almond and cherry to add extra dimension. Source: Alan Benson
Race ready with your rice slice. Source: Velochef, Hardie Grant Books
Vanilla slice is deceptively simple to make - and utterly delicious when you do. Source: Alan Benson
And if you're a vanilla slice enthusiast, then the next is a must-try.
This is a recreation of Slovenia's famous Bled cream cake (sold by Lake Bled) by Hayley Thorncraft (owner of Burnt Honey Bakery) , which strongly resembles the Australian vanilla slice – only with a thick layer of Chantilly cream. You can never go wrong with the combination of hot chocolate and marshmallows. Paying homage to your childhood memories, these biscuit slices are sure to be a snack that all Aussies will love. 
