Peanut Butter Nanaimo Bars Recipe

Name: Peanut Butter Nanaimo Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Base; 1/2 cup butter; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup cocoa; 1 1/2 cups graham wafer crumbs; 1/4 cup coconut; 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts, finely chopped; For the Middle Layer; 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter or 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; For the Top Layer; 2 tablespoons butter; 4 ounces semisweet chocolate

Servings: persons

For the Base
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup cocoa
1 1/2 cups graham wafer crumbs
1/4 cup coconut
1/2 cup unsalted peanuts, finely chopped
For the Middle Layer
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter or 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
For the Top Layer
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces semisweet chocolate

1
In a saucepan mix together butter, sugar and the beaten egg. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth and slightly thickened.
2
In a large bowl mix together the graham wafer crumbs, coconut and finely chopped peanuts. Add the butter egg mixture and mix well. Press evenly into an foil or parchment lined 8-inch square pan and chill for 15 minutes.
3
Beat together peanut butter, butter, icing sugar, and milk until smooth. (I like to do a taste test and sometimes add a bit more peanut butter). Spread over the base. Chill for 30 minutes or until firm.
4
Melt chocolate and butter together in a double-boiler over hot water or in the microwave. Spread over middle layer. Chill until firm and then cut into squares.

1379

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Base, 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Peanut Butter 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.

Peanut Butter Nanaimo Bars

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