Cranberry Nanaimo Bars

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 5
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Cranberry Nanaimo Bars
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter , softened
3 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 egg
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup angel flake coconut
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1/4 cup cranberry sauce , finely chopped ( with whole berries )
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier ( or orange liqueur or orange juice )
2 tablespoons custard powder or 2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup butter , softened
2 cups icing sugar
4 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares , chopped
1 tablespoon butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
329
Sugar
28g
Fat
20g
Cranberry Nanaimo Bars are a traditional Canadian dessert that originated in Nanaimo, British Columbia in the early 1950s. The bars consist of a sweet and crunchy chocolate base, a creamy custard filling, and a layer of chocolate on top. In this recipe, cranberries and orange zest are added to give the bars a festive touch. These no-bake bars are perfect for holidays and get-togethers and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan melt 1/2 cup butter with 3 squares of semi-sweet chocolate over medium-low heat and stir in 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 egg until well combined.
2.Mix in 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup angel flake coconut, 1 tbsp grated orange rind, finely chopped 1/4 cup cranberry sauce with whole berries, and 1 tbsp Grand Marnier or orange liqueur or orange juice.
3.Press into lightly greased 9x9-inch baking dish and chill for about 8-10 minutes until firm.
4.In a medium bowl, mix together 2 tbsp custard powder or 2 tbsp cornstarch, 3 tbsp milk, and 1/4 cup softened butter until well combined.
5.Gradually beat in 2 cups icing sugar and set aside.
6.In a small saucepan melt 4 squares of semi-sweet chocolate with 1 tbsp butter over medium heat until smooth.
7.Spread the custard mixture over the chilled crust and pour melted chocolate mixture over the top.
8.Chill for at least 2 hours or until set and cut into squares.

PROS

Cranberry Nanaimo Bars are a delicious Canadian dessert with a unique combination of flavors.

They are easy to make and require no baking.

They are perfect for holidays and get-togethers.

CONS

Cranberry Nanaimo Bars are high in calories, sugar, and fat.

They should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may be allergic to coconut or have lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cranberry Nanaimo Bars contain cranberries which are a good source of antioxidants and vitamin C.
The bars also contain coconut which is a good source of fiber and healthy fats.
However, the bars are high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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