DECADENT NANAIMO BARS

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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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Azad Baloch
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I made these Nanaimo bars for my family and they loved them! They're a new favorite dessert in our house.


Simon Bhatti
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These Nanaimo bars are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I love the way the chocolate ganache complements the graham cracker crust.


Nargiza Mamadalieva
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I've never made Nanaimo bars before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing!


Omega Ugo
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These Nanaimo bars were a bit too time-consuming to make. I think I'll stick to my regular chocolate chip cookie recipe.


Farhan islam Faysal
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I'm not a huge fan of Nanaimo bars, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! These bars were really good.


TAYYAB Malik
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These Nanaimo bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. I highly recommend them.


Sasha Washington
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Mawais Awais
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These Nanaimo bars were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Mob Skeng
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I followed the recipe exactly and my Nanaimo bars turned out perfectly. They're so delicious!


David Otieno
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These Nanaimo bars are so rich and decadent. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Ahmod shonto
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I made these Nanaimo bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


M Jamshaid
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These Nanaimo bars were a big disappointment. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was too sweet. I won't be making these again.


Sue Brill
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I've been making these Nanaimo bars for years and they are always a hit. They're so easy to make and always disappear quickly.


Abderrahmane Elhabchi
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Just made these Nanaimo bars and they are absolutely delicious! The combination of graham cracker crust, custard filling, and chocolate ganache is perfect. I will definitely be making these again.