Nanaimo Bar Pierogies with Warm Custard Sauce

Name: Nanaimo Bar Pierogies with Warm Custard Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened; 2 cups Philadelphia Cream Cheese Product, divided; 2-1/4 cups flour; 3 oz. Baker's Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts; 3/4 cup sugar, divided; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup Bird's Custard Powder; 2 cups milk; 1 tsp. vanilla

Servings: persons

1
Beat butter and 3/4 cup cream cheese product in large bowl with mixer until blended.
2
Gradually beat in flour; shape into ball.
3
Wrap in plastic wrap.
4
Refrigerate 30 min.
5
Meanwhile, mix remaining cream cheese and chocolate in medium bowl until blended.
6
Add coconut, nuts and 1/4 cup sugar; mix well.
7
Refrigerate until ready to use.
8
Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
9
Use 3-1/2-inch to 4-inch cookie cutter to cut dough into 24 rounds, rerolling scraps as necessary.
10
Spoon 1 Tbsp.
11
chocolate mixture onto centre of each dough round; brush edge with egg.
12
Fold in half; seal edges with fork.
13
Place on parchment-covered baking sheet; brush with remaining egg.
14
Bake 18 to 20 min.
15
or until lightly browned.
16
Mix custard powder and remaining sugar in medium microwaveable bowl until blended.
17
Add milk and vanilla; mix well.
18
Microwave on HIGH 6 min., stirring every 2 min.
19
Serve with pierogies.

1369

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 2 cups Philadelphia Cream Cheese Product, divided, 2-1/4 cups flour, 3 oz. Baker's Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted, and more.

Yes, Nanaimo Bar Pierogies with Warm Custard Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!