10 Tasty Nanaimo Bar Recipes

Posted by Jenny Potter on August 4, 2016

No dessert spread is complete without Nanaimo bars. Layers of chewy coconut, creamy custard and sweet chocolate come together in this classic B.C. treat that's truly a fan favourite from coast-to-coast. From traditional to pumpkin to decadent cheesecake bars, sink your teeth into our scrumptious Nanaimo bar recipes.

  • Anna Olson’s Nanaimo Bars
     
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    Anna Olson’s Nanaimo Bars

    <p>For those who like a little extra crunch in their <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/best-nanaimo-bar-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nanaimo bars</a>, roughly chopped walnuts give the base of these sweet bars a chewy bite.</p> <p>Learn how to make <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/anna-olsons-nanaimo-bars/16550/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson’s Nanaimo Bars</strong></a></p>
  • Nanaimo Cheesecake Bars
     
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    Nanaimo Cheesecake Bars

    <p>The classic Canadian layered bar gets a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/35-most-decadent-cheesecake-recipes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheesecake</a> twist in this delicious treat that will quickly become a family favourite.</p> <p>Get the recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nanaimo-cheesecake-bars/18517/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Nanaimo Cheesecake Bars</strong></a></p>
  • The Ultimate Nanaimo Bars
     
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    The Ultimate Nanaimo Bars

    <p>The <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/blog/history-of-nanaimo-bars/" target="_blank">history of the Nanaimo bar</a> can be traced back to the Vancouver Island city of Nanaimo, B.C., with the first known recipe published in 1953. Requiring no baking, Nanaimo bars have become a favourite dessert thanks to the ease of making them along with their undeniable sweetness.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/the-ultimate-nanaimo-bar/16810/" target="_blank">The Ultimate Nanaimo Bar</a></strong></p>
  • Nanaimo Bar Pie
     
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    Nanaimo Bar Pie

    <p>It was just a matter of time before pie and Nanaimo bars got together. Break out your pie pan and celebrate the flavours of your favourite B.C. bar with this chocolate-filled recipe. Each delicious bite has a crumbly graham cracker and coconut base topped with creamy custard and a rich chocolate glaze. For more <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/great-canadian-desserts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">great Canadian desserts</a>, try one of these scrumptious options. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/blog/how-to-make-this-irresistible-nanaimo-bar-pie/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Nanaimo Bar Pie</strong></a></p>
  • Nanaimo S'mores
     
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    Nanaimo S'mores

    <p>Packed with delicious Nanaimo bar flavouring, each s’more is stacked high with vanilla custard, gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate, toasted coconut and graham crackers.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nanaimo-smores/18539/" target="_blank"><strong>Nanaimo S'mores</strong></a></p>
  • Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars
     
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    Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars

    <p>The same walnut, coconut and chocolate base you know and love is topped with a bold coffee custard, and a layer of creamy semi-sweet chocolate.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cappuccino-nanaimo-bars/3811/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Cappuccino Nanaimo Bars</strong></a></p>
  • Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Nanaimo Bars
     
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    Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Nanaimo Bars

    <p>This <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/great-canadian-desserts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">classic Canadian dessert</a> gets a fall twist with pumpkin and cinnamon. Pumpkin butter cream is spiced with nutmeg, ginger and cinnamon sits atop a crunchy chocolate and coconut base, and is topped with a layer of dark chocolate. You may want to make extra because these will disappear fast! </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/dark-chocolate-pumpkin-nanaimo-bars/17178/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Nanaimo Bars</strong></a></p>
  • No-Bake Nanaimo Bars
     
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    No-Bake Nanaimo Bars

    <p>This bake-sale classic is popular around the country now, but its name is all B.C.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/blog/nanaimo-bars-from-duhlicious/4351/" target="_blank"><strong>Nanaimo Bars</strong></a></p>
  • Nanaimo Ice Cream Cake
     
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    Nanaimo Ice Cream Cake

    <p>Turn that sweet tray favourite into a decadent True North dessert by layering the traditional base and custard filling with ice cream, then topping it off with chocolate.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nanaimo-ice-cream-cake/18608/" target="_blank"><strong>Nanaimo Ice Cream Cake</strong></a></p>
  • Nanaimo Bars
     
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    Nanaimo Bars

    <p>You can thank Nanaimo, B.C. for creating these delicious, sweet treats.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nanaimo-bars/3806/"><strong>Nanaimo Bars</strong></a></p>
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