How many calories are in a Mars Bar slice?

Calories in Mars Bar Slice

How do you cut a Mars Bar slice?

Allow the slice to set in the fridge (preferably overnight before cutting). Remove the slice from the fridge and place onto a chopping board 30 minutes before cutting. This will allow the chocolate to soften slightly which prevents it from cracking. Use a knife to gently ‘score’ through the chocolate layer first.

Where did Mars Bar slice originate?

Slough, England
Well if they had been around, Mars Bar Slice would have surely been in her recipe books along with all the other Aussie classics. The Mars Bar was first made in 1932 in Slough, England, by Forrest Mars Sr, according to Wikipedia.

What percentage of a Mars bar is chocolate?

A Mars bar contains Milk Chocolate 40%, Nougat 31%, Caramel 28%. Milk chocolate contains a minimum of 25% cocoa solids and 22% milk solids.

What does Mars bar taste like?

Mars Bar: The chocolate tastes slightly more processed and artificial, but is ultimately enjoyable. The nougat, significantly more powdery, creates a bit of a mess whilst eating. The caramel can often be a bit hard, adding to the mess, but the flavor makes up for it once you finally get a chunk in your mouth.

How long does Mars bar slice last in the fridge?

Mars Bar Slice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. It can also be frozen for up to 1 month.

Why is my slice crumbly?

When the fat is cut too small, after baking there will be more, smaller air pockets left by the melting fat. The result is a baked product that crumbles. When cutting in shortening and other solid fats, cut only until the pieces of shortening are 1/8- to 1/4-inch in size.

Why is my Mars Bar slice crunchy?

Make sure you use a fresh box of rice bubbles or rice krispies – this will ensure your slice is crispy and crunchy! The Mars Bars will not melt completely but will remain in small chunks – this is fine and gives the slice it’s classic chunky texture.

Why is my Mars bar slice crunchy?

What is a Mars bar called in USA?

Milky Way
In most of the world, a Mars bar is a candy bar with nougat and caramel, coated with milk chocolate, but without almonds. In the United States it is called a Milky Way. It was first manufactured under the Mars bar name in 1932 in Slough, England by Forrest Mars, Sr., son of American candy maker Frank C. Mars.

What does a Mars bar weigh?

The weight of a Mars bar has dropped from 58 grams to 51 and Snickers has gone from 58g to 48g. Mars says it’s to encourage people to eat more healthily and keep the number of calories (the energy contained) in a standard bar, to fewer than 250.

What to do with a Mars Bar slice?

Melt it with some butter, mix in some rice krispies, top with chocolate and bish-bash-bosh you have the most incredible tray bake which is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser! I give you, Mars Bar Slice! Either will do and it’s personal preference to which you choose.

Can you substitute Moro bars for Mars Bars?

No they’re not. Mars Bars have layers of caramel and nougat covered in milk chocolate. Milky Ways are similar but they don’t have the caramel layer. You can substitute Mars Bars for Milky Ways or Moro bars in Mars Bar slice if you prefer (although my favourite version is definitely with Mars Bars!)

When was Mars Bar slice popular in Australia?

Mars Bar Slice has been around for decades in Aussie home cooking, and was hugely popular in the 80’s and early 90’s. While padded shoulders, perms and neon are best left as memories, this slice is in an entirely different category.

How do you make Mars Bars with Rice Krispies?

In a large bowl, melt the butter/margarine and Mars Bars over a bain marie, or in short bursts in a microwave. Add the rice krispies to the melted ingredients and mix well, ensuring all are coated.