How To Make Nanaimo Bars Like A True Canadian

Prep Time

30m

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Total Time

30m

This Nanaimo Bars recipe is full of Canadian deliciousness! A rich base layer of graham crackers, coconut, and walnuts, followed by a creamy custard center and topped off with a thick layer of chocolate. A must-have dessert for any proud Canadian or fan of sweet treats.

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Servings: 16

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Nonstick baking spray

180g graham crackers (about 6 1/2 ounces; 1 1/2 cups crushed)

98g sweetened shredded coconut (about 3 1/2 ounces; 1 cup)

65g walnuts (about 2 1/4 ounces; 1/2 cup)

113g unsalted butter (4 ounces; 8 tablespoons)

67g granulated sugar (about 2 1/2 ounces; 1/3 cup)

26g unsweetened cocoa powder (about 1 ounce; 5 tablespoons), sifted

84g unsalted butter (about 3 ounces; 6 tablespoons), softened

173g powdered sugar (about 6 ounces; 1 1/2 cups)

36g custard powder, such as Bird’s (1 1/4 ounces; 3 tablespoons)

2 tablespoons (30ml) whole milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume

170g semi-sweet or dark chocolate (6 ounces; 1 cup, chopped)

42g unsalted butter (1 1/2 ounces; 3 tablespoons)

How To Make Nanaimo Bars Like A True Canadian

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For The Base Layer

For The Custard Filling

For The Chocolate Layer

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How To Make Nanaimo Bars Like A True Canadian

Ingredients

For The Base Layer

For The Custard Filling

For The Chocolate Layer

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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