Gluten-Free Ginger Crunch Slice

If you’ve never tried Ginger Crunch before, you’re in for a real treat! With a buttery biscuit base spiced gently with ground ginger and topped with a rich, golden ginger icing, this classic New Zealand slice is one of the easiest and most satisfying bakes you’ll ever make, and now it’s 100% gluten free!

This Gluten-Free Ginger Crunch Slice is crisp, sweet, a little spicy, and totally addictive. It’s not overly gingery either, so even if ginger isn’t usually your favourite, I promise this one could surprise you. It tastes a bit like gingerbread but better… WAY better.

A New Zealand Favourite – Made Gluten Free

Ginger Crunch is a much-loved sweet slice from New Zealand. You’ll find it in nearly every bakery over there, it’s that iconic. I had the idea of adapting it to be gluten free months ago, and once I finally did, I couldn’t believe how easy it was to make and how well it turned out.

The biscuit base is crunchy but tender, and it pairs so beautifully with the warm, buttery ginger icing. I use a little golden syrup in the icing for that deep, toffee-like flavour, it’s the perfect match for the spice.

Tips for the Perfect Slice

Most traditional recipes suggest pouring the icing over the base while it’s still warm, but I’ve found that this works just as well whether the base is warm or cooled. The trick to a smooth, glossy top? Use a spatula that’s been warmed under hot water and dried. It glides across the icing and gives you that flawless finish without any cracks or dragging.

Once everything is set, just chill in the fridge, slice into squares, and enjoy!

Tried this recipe? I’d love to see your delicious creations! Tag me on Instagram @laurasglutenfreekitchenblog – I might even share your post!

Gluten-Free Ginger Crunch Slice

This Gluten-Free Ginger Crunch Slice has a buttery biscuit base and rich ginger icing. A simple, classic New Zealand treat made gluten free.

Author: Lauras Gluten Free Kitchen Cooking Method: Baked Courses: Afternoon Cuppa Tea, Desserts Recipe Keys: Brownies & Bars Dessert

Print Recipe

Pin Recipe Brownies & Bars

Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 45 mins Difficulty: Intermediate

Ingredients

Servings

FOR THE BASE

• 170 grams butter
• 170 grams gluten free plain flour
• 85 grams sugar
• 1 tsp ground ginger

FOR THE TOPPING

• 80 grams butter
• 3 tbsps golden syrup
• 280 grams icing sugar
• 3 tsp ground ginger

Instructions

1. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Sieve the flour, baking powder and ginger together and beat into the butter and sugar mix.
2. Press into a 9'' by 9'' tin and bake at 350F/180C for 25-30 minutes.
3. Melt the butter and golden syrup in a medium saucepan. Once melted, sift in the icing sugar and ground ginger and mix until smooth. Pour and spread the topping onto the base and smooth out with an off-set spatula.
4. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Keep your ginger crunch in an airtight container in the fridge. It’ll stay fresh for up to a week – though it never lasts that long in my house!

You can adjust the amount of ground ginger in both the base and icing to suit your taste.

Warming the spatula under hot water helps spread the icing more evenly.

This slice is perfect for making ahead – just chill, slice, and it’s ready to serve.