A classic Canadian no-bake dessert, the Nanaimo Bar is a decadent, three-layer treat named after the city of Nanaimo, British Columbia. It features a bottom layer of chocolatey graham cracker and coconut crust, a middle layer of sweet, creamy custard, and a top layer of rich, crisp chocolate. It’s a perfect treat for parties and potlucks as it is made in a large batch and can be prepared ahead of time.
A Slice of History
The exact origin of the Nanaimo bar is debated, but it became widely known after a recipe for it, submitted by a local resident, won a magazine contest in the 1950s. The city of Nanaimo, British Columbia, has since embraced the bar as its own, even publishing an official recipe to settle disputes over the "correct" way to make it.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
2 hours 40 minutes
Ingredients & Nutrition
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