
Praline Nanaimo Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Praline Nanaimo Bars are a three layered treat combining a buttery base, a smooth praline middle made with almond flour and cream, and a rich chocolate top. This elegant dessert requires just 20 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes in the oven, making it suitable for home bakers seeking an impressive sweet to share with guests.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 gconfectioners' sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 150 glight brown sugar
- 2eggs
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 5 gsalt
- 200 gpraline mixture (almond flour, sugar, and butter)
- 50 gheavy cream
- 100 gunsalted butter, softened
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF) and line an 18x18 cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Ensure the parchment paper is large enough to cover the entire dish.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and confectioners' sugar.
Tip: Use a whisk to combine the ingredients evenly.
- 3
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until it's well combined.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Use the egg wash to coat the edges of the dish.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, beating until a dough forms.
Tip: Use the praline mixture to press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- 6
Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes or until it is lightly golden.
Tip: Allow the crust to cool completely before proceeding.
- 7
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Use a spatula to fold the whipped cream into the cooled cream mixture until well combined.
- 8
Pour the cream mixture over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Tip: Use a spatula to smooth the top of the cream layer.
- 9
Just before serving, drizzle the praline mixture over the top of the cream layer.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the praline mixture evenly.
- 10
Cut the bars into desired shapes and serve.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to cut the bars cleanly.
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