Lolly cake facts for kids
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Sliced lolly cake
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| Alternative names | Lolly log |
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| Type | Cake or confection |
| Place of origin | New Zealand |
| Created by | 1940s |
| Main ingredients | Malt biscuits, butter, sweetened condensed milk, fruit puff sweets (usually Explorer lollies) |
| 1100 kcal (4605 kJ) | |
A lolly cake or lolly log is a yummy treat from New Zealand. It's a type of cake or sweet snack that uses "lollies" (which is what New Zealanders call candy or sweets) as a main ingredient. It's a popular no-bake dessert, meaning you don't need an oven to make it!
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What is Lolly Cake?
Lolly cake is a fun and colorful dessert. It's usually shaped like a log and then sliced into round pieces. The main ingredients are crushed biscuits, butter, condensed milk, and of course, lots of colorful lollies! It's a bit like a chewy, sweet slice that's perfect for parties or a special snack.
A Bit of History
People started eating lolly cakes in the 1940s. However, they didn't become super common in supermarkets until the 1960s. So, for a long time, it was probably a special homemade treat that families enjoyed.
How to Make Lolly Cake
Making lolly cake is quite simple because you don't need to bake it!
The Main Ingredients
The most important ingredients are:
- Biscuits: Usually plain malt biscuits are used. These are crushed into crumbs.
- Butter: Melted butter helps hold everything together.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: This makes the cake sweet and creamy.
- Lollies: Traditionally, "Explorer lollies" or "fruit puffs" are used. These are soft, chewy sweets that are a bit like marshmallows. They get chopped into small pieces.
Putting it Together
First, the biscuits are crushed into fine crumbs. Then, the melted butter and sweetened condensed milk are mixed with the biscuit crumbs. After that, the chopped lollies are added to the mixture.
The whole mixture is then pressed into a log shape. Sometimes, people roll the log in shredded coconut to give it a nice outer layer and extra flavor. Finally, the lolly cake log is put in the fridge. It needs to chill until it becomes firm. Once it's set, you can slice it into delicious rounds and enjoy!
Where to Find Lolly Cake
If you visit New Zealand, you'll find lolly cakes in many places! They are sold in most supermarkets, bakeries, and even in small local shops called "dairies" or at petrol stations. It's a very common and loved treat across the country.
