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The moment I saw a photo of Nanaimo Bars, I knew I had to make them. I had no idea what they tasted like or what the process entailed, but something about them tugged at my heart strings. They are just so stinkin cute, and as it turns out, also delicious.
All three layers -- the coconut pecan crust, vanilla cream cheese filling, and dark chocolate ganache -- work so well together, it's almost unfair. My self-control has consequently taken a turn for the worse.
More about the history behind these little bars and the recipe here.
31 comments:
droolingggggggg!
xo
sami
nanaimo bars are one of my biggest weaknesses... their namesake city (where they were invented) is on the island where i grew up, and they are everywhere on vancouver island! they are so much a part of my life that i couldn't believe you're only just learning about them now :)
and i have to let you in on a little secret... if you are loving nanaimo bars, i suggest you try to look up a recipe for "kleinburg bars" - i believe they are also a vancouver island invention (possibly at the little cafe of my university in victoria), with a peanut butter cream taking the place of the regular filling. they are unbelievably addicting, and the main reason i gained weight in university. yummmm!!
meg, that is soooo interesting!!! and i'm dying to try the peanut butter variation... i have a feeling i might like that even more. very dangerous.
coconut and chocolate. that's it. that's all it takes. the day is made.
xo.
drool. those look amazing.
They sound and look amazing!
off to the grocery store! thanks for the inspiration**
my Canadian friend at work makes these for us every Christmas! They are the best!
Mmm looks delicious and has me thinking of home!
i've never heard of these before. thanks for sharing such a treasure. mmm!
just read the history. so interesting! my sister has lived in canada for ten years and her husband is canadian. i'll have to ask them if they know of this delicious treat. i hope they haven't been keeping it a secret all these years! :)
wow this looks soooo yummy! these bars were made for me!!!
um. those look delicious. (I LOVE me some seven spoons, too!)
Those look so good!! xxoo :)
My college cafeteria recently served these bars. Amazing! Since then, I always sneak at least three into my bag!
aw. these remind me of my mom. we used to eat nanaimo bars together on sunday nights. yum!
must.make.now!
sometimes when i make desserts that i have no self control over.. i'll hide them high up in the cabinet so i can't reach. THESE would be one of those desserts. no doubt.
that sounds ridiculously good!
I've always wanted to try these. Now I'm certain I would eat way too many of them.
those look delicious! just like all the other foods you post about. ;)
~Kendall
Can I say heaven!!!!
Oh goodness, these look divine.
Oh my goodness that sounds amazing!
Wow those look delicious. I must make those at once.
I guess the secret's out. ha ha.
I've got to try these! I at first thought they were some chocolate and peanut butter concoction but learning they've got nuts and coconut in them has me all the more intrigued! They are quite adorable and definitely are a dessert I'm going to be testing out for myself soon!
Greetings from the home of the Nanaimo Bar. The best way to sample one of these delights is to visit Nanaimo of course, but if you would like to make one of our world famous bars at home, you will find several great recipes at http://nanaimo-info.com/gpage.html. It is a well known fact that Nanaimo Bars are not fattening when eaten during our International Bathtub Race Festival, or at Christmas time when eaten with egg nog. :^)
If you would like to see more of what Nanaimo has to offer I invite you to check out a few slides at http://www.nanaimo-info-blog.com/p/nanaimo-video-and-slides.html.
I know you will find a trip to Nanaimo an enjoyable experience, and if you come during the summer months you can enjoy one of our many summer time celebrations which include the International Bathtub Races, The Silly Boat Regatta, The Dragon Boat Races, The Summertime Blues Festival, Symphony in the Park, all of which are held in our world class waterfront park and promenade.
Hope to See YOU Soon!
Cheers
Jim
LOVE this post. I grew up 45 minutes north of Nanaimo. I only tried to make them once - when I was about 14 - and the yellow ran right out when you cut them. Maybe I'll try again!
oh my dear I am salivating. these look scrumptious.
~Andrea
Super delicious and tasty Kleinburg bar recipe as previously mentioned! Enjoy!
Ingredients :
Kleinburg Bars
First Layer
1/3-cup brown sugar (packed)
3 tbsp corn syrup
2/3-cup peanut butter
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups Rice Crispies
Second Layer
½ cup unsalted butter
2 Tbsp. and 2 Tsp. cream
2 Tbsp. vanilla custard powder
2 cups icing sugar
Third Layer
4 squares semi-sweet chocolate (1 oz. each)
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
How to Prepare :
First Layer:
Combine sugar, corn syrup, peanut butter, butter, and vanilla. Mix well, add cereal and mix until cereal is
combined well.
Bake at 375 F for 5 minutes. Refrigerate at least one hour until set.
Second Layer:
Cream butter, cream, custard powder, and icing sugar together well. Beat until light. Spread over bottom
layer.
Third Layer:
Melt chocolate and butter over low heat. Cool. Once cool, but still liquid, pour over second layer
and chill in refrigerator.
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