Nanaimo bars: Discover the secrets to perfecting this treat!
Nanaimo bars are a delicious no-bake dessert bar originating from Canada, featuring a layered structure of chocolate, custard, and a crumbly base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Canadian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup custard powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add cocoa powder, graham cracker crumbs, and shredded coconut; mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 8-inch square pan.
- In another bowl, mix custard powder, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth; spread over the base layer.
- In a small saucepan, melt chocolate and butter together over low heat; stir until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the custard layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
- Ensure the bars are fully chilled before cutting for clean edges.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg