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Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo Bars

Cost $10, save $15

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  • 60 Min
  • 16 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Base Layer

    • 🧈 1/2 cup softened butter
    • 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1/4 cup white sugar
    • 🥚 1 large egg, beaten
    • 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
    • 1 cup flaked coconut
    • 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds (Optional)

  • Middle Layer

    • 🧈 1/2 cup softened butter
    • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
    • 2 tablespoons custard powder
    • 2 cups confectioners' sugar

  • Top Layer

    • 4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet baking chocolate
    • 🧈 2 teaspoons butter

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

In the top of a double boiler, combine 1/2 cup softened butter, cocoa powder, and sugar. Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Beat in egg and stir until thick, 2 to 3 minutes.

3

Remove from the heat and mix in graham cracker crumbs, coconut, and almonds. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 8x8-inch pan.

4

For the middle layer, beat remaining 1/2 cup softened butter, heavy cream, and custard powder until light and fluffy. Mix in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over the bottom layer in the pan. Chill to set.

5

While the second layer is chilling, melt semisweet chocolate and 2 teaspoons butter together in the microwave or over low heat.

6

Spread melted chocolate mixture over chilled bars.

7

Let the chocolate set before cutting into squares.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

311

Calories

  • 3
    Protein
  • 34
    Carbs
  • 20
    Fats

💡 Use high-quality chocolate for a richer top layer.Chill each layer fully to prevent smudging when adding the next layer.Store in the refrigerator to maintain texture and freshness.