NANAIMO BAR 
BOTTOM LAYER:

1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. sugar
1/3 c. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 c. finely shredded coconut
2 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. chopped nuts

BOTTOM LAYER: In saucepan over low heat, melt butter, add sugar, cocoa, vanilla and egg. Cook stirring, over medium heat until mixture thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in coconut, crumbs, and walnuts. Pat firmly into 9-inch square pan. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.

FILLING:

1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. milk
1 tbsp. instant vanilla pudding
2 c. sifted powdered sugar

FILLING: In medium bowl, cream butter, beat in milk, custard powder, and powdered sugar. If too thick, add 1 teaspoon milk. Spread over first layer and refrigerate until firm.

TOP LAYER:

2 squares unsweetened chocolate or 2 oz. chocolate chips
1 tbsp. butter

TOPPING: In dish, set over hot water or in microwave; using low power, melt chocolate and butter. Spread over filling. Mark squares before chocolate hardens. Makes 24 squares.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

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