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Welcome to the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and textures blend to create a symphony of taste. In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind the tantalizing "Coconut Nanaimo Bars" recipe, brought to you by the renowned culinary masters at Tasty. Prepare your taste buds for an explosion of flavors as we delve into the harmonious union of coconut, chocolate, and graham crackers, resulting in a dessert that is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT NANAIMO BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Coconut Nanaimo Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sugar, cocoa powder, egg, graham cracker crumbs, sliced almond, flaked coconut, butter, custard powder, coconut milk, powdered sugar, unsweetened shredded coconut, butter, chocolate, shredded coconut

Provided by Marie Telling

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter
¼ cup sugar
5 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 egg, beaten
1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sliced almond, chopped
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons custard powder
3 tablespoons coconut milk
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons butter
6 oz chocolate
shredded coconut, to garnish

Steps:

  • In a bain-marie, melt the butter, sugar, and cocoa powder.
  • Stir in the egg and keep stirring for a minute until the mix thickens.
  • Remove the bowl from heat.
  • Add the graham cracker crumbs, the almonds (chopped finely), and the coconut flakes.
  • When well mixed, pour into an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan and flatten until you get an even layer.
  • Cream the custard powder, softened butter, and coconut milk until smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar and the shredded coconut and mix until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture on top of the crust and spread it until you get an even layer.
  • In a bain-marie, slowly melt the chocolate and the butter.
  • Cool it down a little bit then pour it over middle layer.
  • Chill the bars for at least 3 hours.
  • Cut them into 9 even squares and sprinkle each one with shredded coconut.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 43 grams

GRANDMA CHASE'S NANAIMO BARS



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Different from other Nanaimo recipes, it contains NO coconut. It was given to my mother in the 1970's by her mother-in-law.

Provided by Jessica Jolley

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     International Cookie Recipes     Canadian Cookie Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup butter
½ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons instant French vanilla pudding mix
3 tablespoons milk
4 ounces semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13-inch dish. To make the crust, place 1/2 cup of butter in a large saucepan, and melt over low heat. Stir in the sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat, mix in the egg until the mixture is well-combined, then stir in graham cracker crumbs and walnuts. Pack the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, smooth it into an even layer, and refrigerate until cooled, at least 30 minutes.
  • Make the filling: beat together confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup of softened butter, pudding mix, and milk until the filling is smooth and fluffy. Spread the filling over the cooled crust, and return to refrigerator for 30 more minutes.
  • For topping, melt chocolate with 2 tablespoons of butter over very low heat, and stir until the mixture is warm (not hot) and pourable. Pour the topping over the cooled filling, spreading the topping out if necessary with an offset spatula or knife to cover the topping completely. Return the dish to the refrigerator to cool the topping for about 15 minutes. When the topping is cool but not yet hard, cut into squares; return to refrigerator to finish chilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 49 mg, Sugar 8 g

NANAIMO BARS



Nanaimo Bars image

My mother taught me to make these rich, delicious bar cookies when I was young. Though I've tried many variations, I always come back to this old favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 ounces semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Remove from the heat; blend in sugar, cocoa, vanilla, egg, crumbs and coconut. Also add nuts if desired. Press into a 9-in. square pan. In a small bowl, cream 1/4 cup butter, pudding mix, milk and sugar. Spread over crumb layer; chill. Melt chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter; spread over pudding layer. Chill before cutting into bars.

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MATCHA STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Matcha Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: all purpose flour, sugar, matcha powder, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, vegan cream cheese, sugar, kosher salt, cornstarch, Planet Oat® Vanilla Oatmilk, lemon juice, freeze-dried strawberry, strawberry

Provided by Planet Oat

Categories     Desserts

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all purpose flour
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon matcha powder
½ cup melted coconut oil, plus 2 tablespoons
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 oz vegan cream cheese
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup Planet Oat® Vanilla Oatmilk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
freeze-dried strawberry, ground into a fine powder
strawberry, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Make the matcha crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and matcha powder. Add the melted coconut oil and vanilla, and mix with a rubber spatula or an electric hand mixer on low speed until the texture is similar to cookie dough.
  • Press the dough into the prepared baking pan in an even layer and poke holes across the surface with a fork. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  • Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until the top looks slightly cooked through. Remove from the oven and let cool while you make the filling. Leave the oven on.
  • Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, whip together the cream cheese, sugar, and salt with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add the cornstarch, Planet Oat® Vanilla Oatmilk, and lemon juice, and mix on medium-low speed until well combined, about 5 minutes. Pour the filling over the crust.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges look firm. Without opening the door, turn the oven off and let the cheesecake continue to bake from the residual heat for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature, about 2 hours.
  • Lift the parchment to remove the cheesecake from the pan and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  • Just before serving, dust the freeze-dried strawberry powder all over the cheesecake and garnish with sliced strawberries.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 990 calories, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 32 grams

NANAIMO BARS I



Nanaimo Bars I image

These are a totally sinful concoction containing more calories than one would care to count. A decadent dessert! Will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Provided by Shealeen

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup butter
¼ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup shredded coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder
3 tablespoons milk
4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Mix 1/2 cup butter or margarine, white sugar, cocoa, egg and vanilla in a heavy sauce pan or double boiler. Stir over low heat until mixture is of custard like consistency.
  • Combine graham crackers, coconut and walnuts and add to the melted mixture. Mix well and pack into buttered 9 inch square cake pan.
  • Cream 1/4 cup butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla custard powder and milk. Beat until creamy and spread over melted base.
  • Refrigerate till hardened.
  • Melt semi-sweet chocolate with 1 tablespoon butter and drizzle over custard icing. Refrigerate. When totally hard cut into square bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 199 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

NANAIMO BARS



Nanaimo Bars image

The Nanaimo bar is an easy, no-bake confection beloved by Canadians and perfect for potlucks and holiday parties.

Provided by Anthony Rose

Yield Makes 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup white sugar
⅓ cup cocoa powder
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1¼ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
½ tsp. kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter
6 Tbsp. whole milk
2 Tbsp. custard powder
¼ tsp. kosher salt
4 cups icing sugar
1 cup dark chocolate chips
6 Tbsp. heavy cream

Steps:

  • For the base, first prepare a double boiler on your stove: Fill a large pot about a quarter full of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and place a heatproof bowl overtop. Make sure the bottom of the bowl is not touching the water.
  • In the double boiler, melt the butter, sugar, and cocoa powder, mixing regularly until smooth. Add the egg, stirring constantly until the mixture has just started to thicken a bit, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the graham cracker crumbs, coconut, and salt.
  • Line a 9- x 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spoon the graham cracker mixture inside, press it down firmly and evenly, and refrigerate until solid, about 2 hours.
  • For the creamy middle layer, in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, whip the butter until light and airy, about 2 minutes on medium speed.
  • Add the milk, custard powder, salt, and icing sugar and mix on low speed until all the ingredients have been incorporated. Increase the speed to medium and whip until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Pour this creamy mix onto your solid base, make sure it's evenly spread out, and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  • For the chocolate topping, melt the chocolate and cream together in a double boiler over low heat, stirring constantly. When the chocolate has melted, remove from the heat and let rest for about 5 to 10 minutes. You want the temperature to come down but still keep the chocolate completely melted. Pour this over the cream layer and, using a rubber spatula, spread it out evenly. Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours before serving.

DECADENT NANAIMO BARS



Decadent Nanaimo Bars image

There are few things as Canadian or as addictive as no-bake Nanaimo bars (named for the town in British Columbia that made them famous). For festive flair, add candied fruit and ginger. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
1 tablespoon rum
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup finely chopped red and green candied cherries
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
TOPPING:
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ginger and rum; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa and sugar. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture reaches 160°., Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Stir in the cracker crumbs, coconut, walnuts, cherries and ginger mixture. Press into a foil-lined 9-in. square baking pan., For filling, in a large bowl, beat the butter, milk and pudding mix until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth; spread over crust. Freeze for 15 minutes or until set., In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Spread over top. Combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over top. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set. Cut into bars.

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MOCHA NANAIMO BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Mocha Nanaimo Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sugar, cocoa powder, egg, graham cracker crumbs, sliced almond, flaked coconut, butter, custard powder, heavy cream, instant coffee, powdered sugar, butter, chocolate, cocoa powder

Provided by Marie Telling

Categories     Snacks

Yield 9 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter
¼ cup sugar
5 tablespoons cocoa powder, you can add 1 tbsp of instant coffee if you want a stronger mocha flavor
1 egg, beaten
1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sliced almond, chopped
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons custard powder
5 teaspoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons instant coffee
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter
6 oz chocolate
cocoa powder, to garnish

Steps:

  • In a bain-marie, melt the butter, sugar, and cocoa powder.
  • Stir in the egg and keep stirring for a minute until the mix thickens.
  • Remove the bowl from heat.
  • Add the graham cracker crumbs, the almonds (chopped finely), and the coconut flakes.
  • When well mixed, pour into an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan and flatten until you get an even layer.
  • Cream the custard powder, softened butter, cream, and instant coffee until smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
  • Pour mixture on top of the crust and spread it until you get an even layer.
  • In a bain marie, slowly melt the chocolate and the butter.
  • Cool it down a little bit then pour it over middle layer.
  • Chill the bars for at least 3 hours.
  • Cut them into 9 even squares and sprinkle each one with cocoa powder.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663 calories, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 51 grams

Tips:

  • Use unsweetened shredded coconut for the best flavor and texture in your Nanaimo bars.
  • Make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start making the crust. This will help it cream together with the sugar more easily and create a smooth, even crust.
  • Don't overmix the custard layer. Overmixing can cause the custard to become grainy.
  • Chill the bars for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help the custard layer to set and firm up.
  • Serve the bars cold or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These Coconut Nanaimo Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their creamy custard layer, coconut-graham cracker crust, and rich chocolate ganache topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying dessert, give these Coconut Nanaimo Bars a try.

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