Nanaimo Bars, No Bake Layered Dessert Bars Recipe

Name: Nanaimo Bars, No Bake Layered Dessert Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Step 1; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup sugar; 5 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 egg, beaten; Step 2; 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup almonds, chopped, pulsed for a finer texture; 1 cup flaked coconut, pulsed for a finer texture; Step 3; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons cream, plus; 2 teaspoons cream; 2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; Step 4; 4 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

Step 1
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup sugar
5 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 egg, beaten
Step 2
1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup almonds, chopped, pulsed for a finer texture
1 cup flaked coconut, pulsed for a finer texture
Step 3
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons cream, plus
2 teaspoons cream
2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Step 4
4 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
["Line 8x8 pan with foil, spray lightly with nonstick oil; for easier removal and slicing.", "Melt butter, sugar and cocoa powder in top of double boiler. Add egg and stir to cook and thicken. Remove from heat. Set aside, cool slightly.", "Pulse coconut and almonds in food processor for finer texture. Add graham crumbs. Stir into melted chocolate; combine thoroughly. Press chocolate crumb mixture firmly into lined 8x8 pan.", "Cream butter, cream, custard powder and confectioners sugar together. Beat until light. Spread over cooled crumb layer.", "Melt chocolate squares and butter over low heat. Cool. Once slightly cooled, but still liquid, pour over custard layer and chill in refrigerator until set. Lifting up on the corners of the foil, lift the bars out of the pan. Peel the foil away, and allow to come to room temperature for easier slicing.", "NOTE: To serve, bring to room temperatures and cut into 2"" squares (or larger). **Easier to cut at room temperature."]

1799

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

191

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Step 1, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup sugar, 5 tablespoons cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Nanaimo Bars, No Bake Layered Dessert 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, No Bake Layered Dessert Bars

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