Nanaimo Bar Cookies

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: sweetened cocoa mix

Carob powder is a healthier alternative with a similar flavor.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free option while maintaining richness.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar

Dark chocolate reduces sugar while enhancing flavor.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Prepare a square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, graham crumbs, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Mix in the softened butter and brown sugar until well combined.

Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped walnuts.

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base layer.

In another bowl, beat together softened butter, icing sugar, and custard powder until smooth, adding whipping cream as needed to reach desired consistency.

Spread the filling mixture over the base layer evenly.

Melt chocolate chips and butter together until smooth, stirring constantly.

Pour the chocolate mixture over the filling layer and spread evenly.

Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours until set.

Once set, lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Cooking Techniques

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