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Classic Nanaimo Bars
Crust Ingredients:
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For the Crust
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LIne a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Combine graham crumbs, cocoa, powdered sugar, and coconut. In a separate dish, melt the butter and chocolate chips together in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring between each increment. Add to the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Press firmly into the prepared pan and refrigerate while making the custard layer.
For the Custard Layer
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Beat together softened butter, custard powder, milk, and powdered sugar using a handheld mixer starting on low and increasing to high as the mixture starts to come together. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes or until fluffy. Using an offset spatula, gently spread the custard onto the chilled crust, being careful not to pull up the crust layer. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
For the Top Layer
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Gently melt the chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave in 15-second increments or on the stovetop. Once the other layers have chilled, gently spread the chocolate mixture on top of the custard layer. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Slice into 32 squares to serve. Enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Chill Between Layers 🧊Refrigerate the base layer for at least 30 minutes before adding the custard, and freeze the custard layer for 1-2 hours before topping with chocolate to prevent layers from melting together.
- Toast Your Coconut 🥥Lightly toast the shredded coconut in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before mixing into the base layer to intensify its flavor and add subtle depth to the bottom layer.
- Temper Chocolate Properly 🍫Melt chocolate over a double boiler rather than direct heat, then cool it slightly to room temperature before spreading on the custard layer for a smooth, glossy finish that sets cleanly.
- Soften Butter for Custard 🧈Use room-temperature butter when beating with powdered sugar and custard powder to create an airy, light custard that spreads smoothly without tearing the delicate base layer.
- Score Before Serving ✂️Score the chocolate top layer with a hot knife while it's still slightly soft to mark your cutting lines, then refrigerate until fully set for clean, professional-looking bar cuts.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
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