Step 1

Grease and line the base and sides of a 20cm x 30cm slice pan, extending paper 2cm above the sides of the pan. Arrange biscuits over base of pan, trimming as required.

Step 2

Pour condensed milk, essence, copha and food colouring into a large mixing bowl and mix well. Add cherries and coconut and keep mixing adding a few extra drops of food colouring until it reaches the desired colour.

Step 3

Spoon mixture over biscuits. Press mixture to cover base evenly and level the top.

Step 4

Spread chocolate over top of slice. Stand for 1 hour or until set. Cut into pieces. Serve.