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Quick Nanaimo Bars
20 mintime
Easydifficulty
12Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
300 kcalCalories
3 gProtein
30 gCarbs
18 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

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Quick Nanaimo Bars

70% authentic · Canadian

A simplified version of the classic Nanaimo Bar, using fewer ingredients and quicker preparation for a speedy treat.

Ingredients

Servings12
  • Butter1/2 cup
  • Chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), crushed2 cups
  • Shredded coconut1/4 cup
  • Cream cheese, softened4 ounces
  • Powdered sugar1/2 cup
  • Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips1 cup
  • Vegetable oil1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. 1

    For the base: Melt 1/2 cup butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and coconut until combined. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 8x8 inch pan.

  2. 2

    For the filling: Beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread evenly over the base.

  3. 3

    For the topping: Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

  4. 4

    Pour the chocolate mixture over the filling and spread evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until firm. Cut into bars.

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