Milk Chocolate Nanaimo Bars
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These Milk Chocolate Nanaimo Bars are my go to treat when I want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, you'll have decadent three layer bars that taste like they came from a fancy bakery. The condensed milk in the filling adds richness and creaminess while keeping the ingredient list simple and affordable. Eggs provide protein and help bind everything together beautifully. Trust me, once you make these, you'll be bringing them to every gathering because everyone always asks for the recipe.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 115 gunsalted butter
- 2eggs
- 1 mLvanilla extract(optional)
- 400 gmilk chocolate chips
- 300 gcondensed milk
- 1 gsalt
- 2 gbaking powder
- 200 gsemisweet chocolate
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 18x18cm baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to remove any lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter until it is creamy.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 5
Melt the milk chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Let the chocolate cool slightly before adding it to the mixture.
- 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the condensed milk and vanilla extract (if using).
Tip: Make sure to whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 7
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 8
Pour half of the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure to spread the mixture evenly.
- 9
Pour the chocolate mixture over the top of the first layer and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure to spread the chocolate evenly.
- 10
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set.
Tip: Make sure to press the mixture firmly into the dish to remove any air bubbles.
- 11
Cut into bars and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Tip: Optional: You can also sprinkle with chopped nuts or shaved chocolate for extra decoration.
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