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Nanaimo Bars

A classic Canadian dessert that's rich, creamy, and gluten-free.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Canadian
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Base Layer

  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 5 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Crumbs

Custard Layer

  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Vanilla Custard Powder
  • 3 tablespoon Milk

Chocolate Layer

  • 4 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Stir in shredded coconut and graham cracker crumbs. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. 2. For the custard layer, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, custard powder, and milk until smooth. Spread evenly over the base layer.
  3. 3. In a saucepan, melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter over low heat. Stir until smooth. Pour over the custard layer and spread evenly.
  4. 4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Gluten-Free, Nanaimo Bars
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