Nanaimo Bars
These Nanaimo bars have three layers of coconut-graham crust, thick custard, and silky chocolate. A delicious no-bake bar worth the effort to make!
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': '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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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': '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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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': '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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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': '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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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Spread melted chocolate mixture over chilled bars.'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Let the chocolate set before cutting into squares.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (16 servings total)