Bring a bit of Canadian flair to your dessert table with these scrumptious No-Bake Nanaimo Bars. Famous for their three-layered delight, they require no baking and are packed with a combination of chocolate, nuts, and a creamy custard flavor.
Ingredients:
- Crust:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 5 tbsp cocoa
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
- 1 cup coconut
- Filling:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp vanilla custard powder (or instant vanilla pudding powder)
- 2 cups sugar
- Topping:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp butter
Directions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Melt butter, sugar, and cocoa in a double boiler. Add the beaten egg and stir until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in crumbs, coconut, and almonds, and press into an 8″ x 12″ pan.
- Create the Filling:
- Cream together butter, cream, custard powder, and sugar until light and fluffy. Spread evenly over the crust.
- Add the Topping:
- Melt chocolate chips and butter together, cool slightly, then pour over the filling. Chill in the refrigerator.
Slice into squares or bars and enjoy this no-bake treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
This recipe is great for anyone who loves a sweet treat without the hassle of baking, and it’s sure to impress with its layers of texture and flavor.