Nanaimo Bar Cookies Recipe

Name: Nanaimo Bar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base; 2 ounces semisweet chocolate (1 oz squares); 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1 cup shredded coconut; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 egg; Filling; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 3 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; Glaze; 4 ounces semisweet chocolate; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

Base
2 ounces semisweet chocolate (1 oz squares)
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
Filling
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Glaze
4 ounces semisweet chocolate
1 tablespoon butter

1
Base.
2
Combine ingredients. Press into 9 inch square cake pan. Chill.
3
Filling.
4
Combine butter, milk, and custard powder. Blend in confectioner's sugar. Spread over base. Chill at least 15 minutes.
5
Glaze.
6
Partially melt chocolate and butter. Remove from heat and stir until melted. Spread over custard layer. Chill.
7
Store in refrigerator, covered, up to 1 month. Makes 24 bars.
8
Serve chilled. They're rich, so small portions may be appropriate.
9
Variation: Add peppermint extract and green food coloring to the middle layer.

1338

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base, 2 ounces semisweet chocolate (1 oz squares), 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup shredded coconut, and more.

Yes, Nanaimo Bar Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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