Ginger Coconut Slice

Directions

1. 1
   Grease a 19cm x 29cm slice pan.
2. 2
   Line base with baking paper.
3. 3
   Melt the butter and golden syrup in a small pan (or very carefully in the microwave on a low setting, stir well to combine).
4. 4
   Combine the sifted flour, ground ginger, chopped ginger, sugar, coconut and egg in a large bowl.
5. 5
   Pour in the melted butter and syrup mixture.
6. 6
   Stir well to combine and press into the prepared pan.
7. 7
   Cook in a 180 degree C oven, about 15 minutes, or until light brown.
8. 8
   Stand for 5 minutes to firm, then turn out onto a wire rack to finish cooling.
9. 9
   ICING: Sift the icing sugar mixture into a bowl.
10. 10
    Add the butter, lemon rind and juice.
11. 11
    Add enough hot water to make it a spreadable consistency.
12. 12
    Spread icing over cooled slice.
13. 13
    When icing has set, cut into squares.