Nanaimo Bars II

Name: Nanaimo Bars II
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 7 h 10 min
Yield: 1 - 9x9 inch pan
Ingredients: ½ cup butter; 2 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate; ⅓ cup white sugar; 1 ½ tablespoons pasteurized egg; 1 cup rolled oats; 1 ½ cups flaked coconut; ½ cup chopped walnuts; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 3 tablespoons butter, softened; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 ½ tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate

Rating: 4.44 stars

34 Ratings
28 Reviews
1 Photo

A no-bake square, that freezes well. I make these during the year, but they are a must on my Christmas baking list as family and friends look for them. My parents live just outside of Nanaimo, B.C. Canada.

By S. Millar

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Recipe Summary

prep:

30 mins

cook:

10 mins

total:

7 hrs 10 mins

additional:

6 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 - 9x9 inch pan

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine with 2 squares chocolate. Remove from the heat, and stir in white sugar, egg, rolled oats, coconut, chopped nuts, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Press mixture into a greased 9 inch square pan, and chill for 1 hour.

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Step 2

Combine confectioners' sugar with 3 tablespoons softened butter, 1/2 teaspoon of the vanilla, and milk. Mix until it has an icing-like consistency, and spread it over the oat mixture in the pan. Chill for 1/2 hour.
Step 3

Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter or margarine with remaining 2 squares chocolate. Spread over the top of the bars. Chill for 4 to 5 hours.
Step 4

Cut into squares using a hot knife; dip knife in hot water, and let it melt through the chocolate.

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Reynolds® Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

266 calories; 15.8 g total fat; 28 mg cholesterol; 85 mg sodium. 30.8 g carbohydrates; 2.3 g protein; Full Nutrition

Reviews (28)

Most helpful positive review

13COLLEEN

12/12/2003

The best Nanaimo bars I have tasted.I had to freeze them right away my husband would of ate the whole batch.These will definately be a hit at Christmas.Thanks Shirly Read More

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(34)

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EMILLERS

09/18/2004

These are okay. i had a big party & made four different versions of this cookie to see which was the most popular. This recipe was the only batch that had leftovers. The crust never got hard and the middle was too rich and powdered sugary tasting. Read More

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(40)

34 Ratings

5 star values: 23
4 star values: 5
3 star values: 5
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 1

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13COLLEEN

12/12/2003

The best Nanaimo bars I have tasted.I had to freeze them right away my husband would of ate the whole batch.These will definately be a hit at Christmas.Thanks Shirly Read More

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(34)

EMILLERS

09/18/2004

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(40)

13COLLEEN

12/12/2003

The best Nanaimo bars I have tasted.I had to freeze them right away my husband would of ate the whole batch.These will definately be a hit at Christmas.Thanks Shirly Read More

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(34)

HEAVENSCENTCC

12/12/2003

These bars were a hit with everyone! The two batches I made disappeared in no time. The consistency was a little soft though. Read More

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(27)

Duckball

03/15/2006

I followed a previous reviewer's advice of using graham wafer crumbs instead of coconut (my husband is allergic too). I used margarine instead of butter 1 cup of graham wafer crumbs and corn syrup instead of the egg. For the filling I used more like a tablespoon of vanilla. TASTE the filling before spreading it over the base!! If it tastes too much like powdered sugar add more vanilla! I did just that and it saved the filling. I doubled the ingredients for the chocolate topping and it was the perfect amount to cover the whole pan. The end result tasted a little different than I'm used to but I DID have to omit the coconut. Next time I think I'll add a little cocoa to the base so there's more chocolate flavor but they DID turn out really tasty. Thanks Shirly! Read More

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(27)

Stephanie Bush Vogel

12/12/2003

I made these and they were yummy but I have a few suggestions. My husband is allergic to coconut so I used mixed nuts and graham cracker crumbs. I also followed the suggestion of another rater and doubled the middle layer. I won't do that again - it came out TOO sweet. I also lined the pan with aluminum foil and greased the foil. Made it much easier to lift out and cut! Read More

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(16)

PREDATORSFAN19

12/12/2003

I made these for Christmas and they were a BIG hit with everyone. these are more like candy than a cookie so be sure to cut in small pieces. Read More

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(15)

Nicole Sagen Engstrom

08/27/2003

Delicious! These are served in our local Borders and I think this recipe's version is even better! Make sure to cut in small pieces as they are incredibly rich and scrumptious! Read More

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cookie munster

11/15/2007

This recipie blows it up!!! Read More

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(10)

COOKINFOOL925

12/12/2003

Good but very sweet. I may try milk chocolate next time and a little less frosting. Read More

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(10)

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Nutritional Information

Nanaimo Bars II

Servings Per Recipe: 16
Calories: 266

% Daily Value *

total fat: 24 %

saturated fat:

cholesterol: 9 %

sodium: 3 %

potassium: 2 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

fiber: 8 %

sugar:

protein: 5 %

exchange other carbs:

vitamin a iu:

niacin equivalents:

vitamin b6:

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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13COLLEEN

12/12/2003

The best Nanaimo bars I have tasted.I had to freeze them right away my husband would of ate the whole batch.These will definately be a hit at Christmas.Thanks Shirly

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(34)

EMILLERS

09/18/2004

Helpful

(40)

13COLLEEN

12/12/2003

The best Nanaimo bars I have tasted.I had to freeze them right away my husband would of ate the whole batch.These will definately be a hit at Christmas.Thanks Shirly

Helpful

(34)

HEAVENSCENTCC

12/12/2003

These bars were a hit with everyone! The two batches I made disappeared in no time. The consistency was a little soft though.

Helpful

(27)

Duckball

03/15/2006

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(27)

Stephanie Bush Vogel

12/12/2003

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PREDATORSFAN19

12/12/2003

I made these for Christmas and they were a BIG hit with everyone. these are more like candy than a cookie so be sure to cut in small pieces.

Helpful

(15)

Nicole Sagen Engstrom

08/27/2003

Delicious! These are served in our local Borders and I think this recipe's version is even better! Make sure to cut in small pieces as they are incredibly rich and scrumptious!

Helpful

(14)

cookie munster

11/15/2007

This recipie blows it up!!!

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(10)

COOKINFOOL925

12/12/2003

Good but very sweet. I may try milk chocolate next time and a little less frosting.

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(10)

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