Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars Recipe

Name: Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs; 1 cup shredded coconut; 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. milk; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter; 2 tsp. instant espresso powder; coffee granules; 1/2 tsp. vanilla; 2 cups icing sugar; 4 oz. semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped; 1 tbsp. unsalted butter; 1/2 tsp. instant espresso powder

Servings: persons

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
2 tbsp. milk
3 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 tsp. instant espresso powder
coffee granules
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 cups icing sugar
4 oz. semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 tsp. instant espresso powder

1
In heavy saucepan, combine butter, cocoa, sugar and egg; cook over low heat, stirring, until butter has melted.
2
Remove from heat; stir in graham cracker crumbs, coconut and walnuts.
3
Pat evenly into greased 9-inch square cake pan.
4
Bake in 350F 180C oven for 10-12 minutes or until justfirm.
5
Let cool completely on rack.
6
Filling: In small saucepan, heat milk, butter, espresso powder and vanilla over low heat until butter has melted and espresso powder has dissolved.
7
Transfer to mixing bowl; let cool.
8
Beat in sugar until thickened and smooth; spread evenly over cooled base.
9
Refrigerate forabout 45 minutes or until firm.
10
Topping: Meanwhile, in top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water, melt together chocolate, butter and espresso powder; spread overfilling.
11
With sharp knife, score topping only into bars.
12
Refrigerate until topping is set.
13
Cut into bars.
14
Bars can be covered and refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen inairtight container for up to 1 month.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 egg, lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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