Best 2 Vegan Nanaimo Bars Recipes

Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make vegan version of the classic Nanaimo bars? These decadent treats are a perfect combination of chocolate, coconut, and graham cracker crust, without any of the dairy or eggs. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these delightful bars that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on this vegan Nanaimo bar journey!

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VEGAN NANAIMO BARS

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Recipe adapted from Vegan A Go-Go, by Sarah Kramer, 2008, Arsenal Pulp Press As I am watching sugar intake I use about half stevia, half sugar; still tastes great.

Provided by DustyandSarah

Categories Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 9 squares, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup vegan margarine
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1 cup unsweetened coconut, flaked
1 1/4 cups vegan graham cracker crust
1/2 cup vegan margarine
2 tablespoons soymilk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups powdered icing sugar
2 tablespoons vegan margarine
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate squares

Steps:

To prepare the bottom layer: In a medium saucepan on low heat, melt the margarine and sugar, stirring to combine. Once liquefied, stir in the cocoa until smooth. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, stir together the flax seeds, water, walnuts, coconut and graham cracker crumbs. Add the chocolate sauce and stir well. Press mixture into an ungreased 8X8-in (20X20cm) pan. Set aside.
To prepare the top layer: In medium saucepan on low heat, melt the margarine. Add the chocolate and melt, stirring often to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside to pour over middle layer. You want sauce to be cooled but liquid to still spread easily.
To prepare middle layer and assemble bars: In a food processor or medium bowl, cream together the margarine, "milk", starch, vanilla, turmeric, and icing sugar until well mixed. Spread evenly over bottom layer. Spoon chocolate sauce evenly over middle layer and set pan in fridge immediately. Let chill for 2+ hours before cutting and serving. Makes 9 squares.

NANAIMO BARS I

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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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Use unsweetened coconut milk for a healthier and dairy-free alternative.
Chill the bars for at least 2 hours, or overnight, before slicing and serving to ensure they are firm and set.
If you don't have a food processor, you can crush the graham crackers and walnuts in a plastic bag using a rolling pin.
To make the custard layer, be sure to use a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
If you are in a hurry, you can make a no-bake version of Nanaimo bars by using melted butter and graham cracker crumbs instead of the baked crust.

Conclusion:

Nanaimo bars are a classic Canadian treat that is easy to make and always a hit with dessert lovers. With their rich chocolatey crust, creamy custard filling, and decadent chocolate ganache topping, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.