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Nanaimo Bars


  • Author: acheyakh-mohamed
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful Canadian no-bake bars with a creamy custard filling, crumbly chocolate base, and glossy chocolate topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 2 cups custard powder
  • 2 cups icing sugar
  • 8 oz chocolate, melted

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, walnuts, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a square pan to create a crust.
  2. For the filling, beat together the softened butter, custard powder, and icing sugar until smooth and creamy. Spread this custard mixture over the crust layer evenly.
  3. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, then pour it over the custard layer. Spread it gently to cover completely. Chill in the refrigerator until set, then cut into squares to serve.

Notes

For a nut-free version, replace walnuts with an equal amount of graham cracker crumbs or sunflower seeds. Vegan option available using vegan butter and coconut milk.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Canadian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Nanaimo Bars, no-bake dessert, Canadian cookies, sweet treats