Nanaimo Bars Recipe

Name: Nanaimo Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick of butter for the first layer, softened; 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 beaten egg; 3/4 cup shredded coconut; 1 3/4 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs; 1 stick of butter for the second layer, softened; 2 tablespoons custard powder (if you can't find it, use vanilla pudding powder); 3 tablespoons heavy cream; 2 cups confectioners sugar; 3 tablespoons softened butter for the third layer; 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate squares/bars

Servings: persons

1 stick of butter for the first layer, softened
5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 beaten egg
3/4 cup shredded coconut
1 3/4 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
1 stick of butter for the second layer, softened
2 tablespoons custard powder (if you can't find it, use vanilla pudding powder)
3 tablespoons heavy cream
2 cups confectioners sugar
3 tablespoons softened butter for the third layer
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate squares/bars

1
Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. In a metal mixing bowl, add first stick of butter, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder, and place over saucepan. Stir occasionally until melted and mixed together.
2
Add beaten egg and stir into chocolate mixture until thick, about 3 minutes. Remove bowl from heat and mix in graham crackers and coconut. Spread mixture across bottom of 8x8 baking dish.
3
In another bowl, cream together butter, confectioners sugar, custard powder, and heavy cream until light. Spread over first layer, then put in refrigerator to chill for about 15 minutes before adding final layer.
4
Clean the mixing bowl you used for the first layer, then add in the last of the butter and the semi-sweet chocolate. Place over saucepan and melt. When that's finished, pour over the top of the baking pan, then place it back into the fridge for another 30-45 minutes.
5
Once the top layer has set, cut the bars into 16 squares, and enjoy!

1525

kcal

Calories

Fat

235

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick of butter for the first layer, softened, 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 beaten egg, and more.

Yes, Nanaimo Bars 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.

Nanaimo Bars

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