Rich and fudgy Nanaimo bars are the perfect no-bake dessert. A chocolate, graham cracker, almond, and coconut base layer is topped with a creamy custard filling and chocolate ganache. You’ll be hooked on this classic Canadian treat!
3TablespoonsCustard Powdersuch as Birds. May substitute instant vanilla pudding
2cupsPowdered Sugar
Chocolate Layer:
1cupSemi-sweet Chocolate
3TablespoonsButter
Instructions
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar and cocoa powder and stir well for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
Add 1 egg and stir well.
Return mixture to stove and cook for 1-2 minutes until mixture starts to thicken. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
Stir in graham cracker crumbs, flaked coconut, and sliced almonds.
Press mixture into a greased 8 by 8-inch or 9 by 9-inch baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, heavy cream, and custard powder until light and fluffy --about 3-4 minutes. Add powdered sugar and mix for 1 minute longer.
Spread custard filling over chilled graham cracker layer. Cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill or in the freezer for 15 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, place butter in the microwave and cook for 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in semi-sweet chocolate chips and keep stirring until glossy and smooth. Spread chocolate into an even layer over custard layer.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator for 15 minutes until chocolate has set. Cut into squares. Best served chilled.