Nancy'S Prayer Bars Recipe

Name: Nancy'S Prayer Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: First Layer; 1/2 cup butter; 4 tablespoons cocoa; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 slightly beaten egg; 1 -2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chopped nutmeats (pecan,walnut etc.); 2 cups crushed graham crackers; 1 cup finely shredded coconut (optional); Second Layer; 1/4 cup butter; 3 tablespoons whipping cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 teaspoons dry vanilla pudding mix (not instant); 2 cups powdered sugar; Third Layer; 1 (9 3/4 ounce) Hershey chocolate candy bars (we have used a 10.2 ounce bar-and that works well)

Servings: persons

First Layer
1/2 cup butter
4 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 slightly beaten egg
1 -2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped nutmeats (pecan,walnut etc.)
2 cups crushed graham crackers
1 cup finely shredded coconut (optional)
Second Layer
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons dry vanilla pudding mix (not instant)
2 cups powdered sugar
Third Layer
1 (9 3/4 ounce) Hershey chocolate candy bars (we have used a 10.2 ounce bar-and that works well)

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For the first layer:.
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Melt butter and cocoa together over hot water(double boiler) or in a saucepan over very low heat.
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Add powdered sugar, egg and vanilla;continue to cook for a minute or two longer over low heat.
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Set aside.
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Mix nuts,crumbs and coconut if desired and add to first mixture.
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Mix well and press into a 13x9 pan.
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Chill for about 30 minutes.
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For the second layer:.
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Melt butter, cream and vanilla.
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Add pudding mix and cook for one minute, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat and add powdered sugar.
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Blend and spread over first layer.
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For the third layer:.
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Melt Hershey's Chocolate Bar and spread carefully over the top.
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Chill for 30 minutes.
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Bring to room temperature before cutting into 2 inch squares*this helps to prevent crumbling.
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Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.Makes approx 60 bars.
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*****Cook time is actually chilling time****.

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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: First Layer, 1/2 cup butter, 4 tablespoons cocoa, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Nancy'S Prayer 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.

Nancy'S Prayer Bars

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