Nanaimo Bars Recipe (No Bake)

Step 1: To begin the preparation of Nanaimo Bars, first layer a square shape  6-8" tray with parchment paper or butter paper

Step 2: For the biscuit layer, add the chocolate and butter in a large microwavable bowl and microwave in high for one minute or till the time the butter melts completely

Step 3: Remove and stir well using a fork

Step 4: Add the vanilla essence, walnuts, coconut , biscuit crumbs and mix well (add few teaspoons of milk if the mixture is too dry)

Step 5: Transfer them to the layered baking tray and spread them uniformly

Step 6: Using the back of the ladle or spoon, press gently so that the mixture is tightly packed

Step 7: In a preheated oven, just bake this layer for 7-8 minutes only at 180 degrees C

Step 8: For the custard layer, add the custard and milk and mix well

Step 9: Stir in the powdered sugar little by little and beat to make a thick custard layer

Step 10: Once the biscuit layer completely cools, spread the custard layer uniformly without any gaps

Step 11: Place the tray in a refrigerator for at least one hour for the custard layer to set

Step 12: For the chocolate layer, heat the chocolate and butter in a microwave for one minute, mix well and pour it over the custard layer

Step 13: Refrigerate the dessert for at least 3 hours for the layers to set

Step 14: Using a heated knife, carefully, cut the bars in desired shapes

Step 15: Serve these Nanaimo Bars for the upcoming New Years get together as a Party Dessert  and have your guests singing your praises