Nanaimo Bars Recipe

Name: Nanaimo Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. margarine; 1/4 c. sugar; 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 c. fine graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 c. chopped pecans; 1/4 c. margarine; 8 oz. Neufchatel cheese; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 box powdered sugar; 3 or 4 drops red food coloring (optional); 1/4 c. butter; 1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1/2 c. margarine
1/4 c. sugar
1 oz. unsweetened chocolate
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. fine graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. chopped pecans
1/4 c. margarine
8 oz. Neufchatel cheese
1 tsp. vanilla
1 box powdered sugar
3 or 4 drops red food coloring (optional)
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips

1
Prepare 9 x 13-inch pan with vegetable spray.
2
Cook margarine, sugar, chocolate and vanilla in top of double boiler over simmering water until blended.
3
Add egg; stir slowly.
4
Cook 5 minutes; stir constantly.
5
Add vanilla, cracker crumbs and pecans. Press into prepared pan.
6
Chill 15 minutes.
7
Cream margarine and Neufchatel cheese until fluffy.
8
Add vanilla.
9
Gradually add powdered sugar; beat until smooth.
10
Add color; pour over cracker mixture.
11
Refrigerate 30 minutes.
12
Melt butter and chocolate chips in top of double boiler.
13
Spread over cream filling.
14
Refrigerate until firm.
15
Cut into squares (36).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. margarine, 1/4 c. sugar, 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Nanaimo Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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