For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips. To toast the coconut and almonds, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden. If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can crush graham crackers in a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. For a neater cut, chill the bars for longer before cutting.
Baked-Bottom Nanaimo Bars
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS15
Indulge in the delightful layers of this classic Canadian dessert. A buttery, nutty base, a creamy custard filling, and a rich chocolate topping come together in perfect harmony. Enjoy it warm as a cobbler or chilled for a traditional treat!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol35 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium221 mg
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Sugar20 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch square baking pan. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)
03
StepBeat in the egg and cocoa powder until well combined. (2 minutes)
04
StepGradually add the graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup of coconut, and almonds, mixing on low speed until just combined. (3 minutes)
05
StepPress the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. (2 minutes)
06
StepBake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Let the crust cool completely. (45 minutes)
07
StepIn a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (or in the microwave in 30-second intervals), melt the chocolate chips with 3 tablespoons of butter, stirring until smooth. (5 minutes)
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StepLet the melted chocolate cool slightly, then spread it evenly over the cooled crust. (2 minutes)
09
StepRefrigerate the dish while you prepare the pudding layer. (15 minutes)
10
StepIn a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until the pudding is thick and smooth. (3 minutes)
11
StepSpread the pudding evenly over the chocolate layer. (2 minutes)
12
StepSprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of coconut over the pudding. (1 minute)
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StepCover loosely and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the pudding is set and the bars are chilled. (60 minutes)
14
StepCut into squares and serve chilled.
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Jazlyn Stracke
Jun 26, 2025So easy to make, and they taste just like the ones my grandmother used to make!
Katharina Mayert
Jun 14, 2025I made these with gluten-free graham crackers and they turned out perfectly!
Hillard Jaskolski
May 29, 2025I added a pinch of sea salt to the chocolate layer and it really enhanced the flavor.
Myrna Vonrueden
May 18, 2025The chocolate layer was a little hard to cut through, but the taste was amazing.
Alfredo Schumm
May 12, 2025These were a huge hit at my potluck! Everyone loved the combination of textures and flavors.