These Nanaimo bars have three layers but are well worth the effort. My son is famous for making and taking these to work. I've heard other names, but everyone knows them as Nanaimo bars here in the Northwest. They are sold on British Columbia Ferries and at coffee stands.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter , softened, divided
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cups white sugar
- 1 large egg , beaten
- 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 0.5 cups finely chopped almonds , Optional
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons custard powder
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 4 , 1 ounce
- 2 teaspoons butter
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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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.
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3
Remove from the heat and mix in graham cracker crumbs, coconut, and almonds. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 8x8-inch pan.
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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.
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5
While the second layer is chilling, melt semisweet chocolate and 2 teaspoons butter together in the microwave or over low heat.
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Spread melted chocolate mixture over chilled bars.
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7
Let the chocolate set before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts
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