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Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo Bars recipe

Nanaimo bars are a classic Canadian dessert known for their rich, layered texture and sweet flavor. They originate from Nanaimo, British Columbia.

Ingredients

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Bottom Layer 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup granulated sugar 4 tablespoons cocoa 1 egg, beaten 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs 1 cup coconut Middle Layer 1/4 cup unsalted butter 3 tablespoons cream 2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder 2 cups confectioners' sugar Top Layer 4 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 teaspoon butter

Instructions

Bottom Layer

  1. Melt butter, sugar, cocoa in double boiler.
  2. Add egg and stir until cooked and thickened.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Stir in crumbs and coconut.
  5. Press into an 8-inch square pan.

Middle Layer

  1. Cream ingredients together. Beat until light.
  2. Spread over bottom layer.

Top Layer

  1. Melt over low heat.
  2. Spread over top of bars.
  3. Cool in refrigerator.

Notes

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