Description
Irish Fifteens are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a sticky, sweet mixture of crushed digestive biscuits, marshmallows, and glacé cherries, all bound together with sweetened condensed milk and coated in desiccated coconut. This easy treat is perfect for quick preparation without any cooking, offering a nostalgic taste of Irish confectionery ideal for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 15 digestive biscuits, crushed
- 15 marshmallows, halved
- 15 glacé cherries, chopped
- 3/4 cup desiccated coconut, plus extra for rolling
Wet Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the crushed digestive biscuits, halved marshmallows, and chopped glacé cherries thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add condensed milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the dry mixture and stir well until everything is thoroughly coated, forming a sticky, cohesive dough.
- Prepare coconut coating: Spread a generous layer of desiccated coconut onto a sheet of parchment paper to create a non-stick surface and coating for the log.
- Shape the log: Transfer the sticky mixture onto the coconut-covered parchment and shape it carefully into a firm log. Roll the log in the desiccated coconut to coat it evenly on all sides.
- Wrap and chill: Wrap the log tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours until it firms up sufficiently to slice.
- Slice and serve: Once set, unwrap and cut the log into 15 even slices using a sharp knife for clean cuts, wiping the blade between slices if needed. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- These treats are best enjoyed chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Graham crackers can be used as a substitute for digestive biscuits if desired.
- For cleaner slices, use a sharp knife and wipe the blade between cuts to prevent sticking.
