Nanaimo Bar - the original!

The ever popular Nanaimo Bar, known internationally and a favourite dessert in many restaurants, has a notable thermal significance. During Nanaimo's heyday as an international coal provider, families of miners sent care packages which often included this sweet treat. Dubbed a Nanaimo Bar, the cake travelled well on its journey from the United Kingdom and brightened the spirits of our courageous underground workers.

Encouraged by the memories of family and friends, Nanaimo miners worked hard to provide coal for many a hearth. Sample the variations of this popular Nanaimo tradition in any of our fine restaurants.

THE ORIGINAL NANAIMO BAR

BOTTOM LAYER

1/2 c. unsalted butter (Euro-style cultured)
1/4 c, sugar
5 tbsp. cocoa
1 egg, beaten
1 3/4 c. graham wafer crumbs
1/2 c. finely chopped almonds
1 c. coconut

Melt first 3 ingredients in top of a double boiler. Add egg and stir to cook and thicken Remove from heat. Stir in crumbs, coconut and nuts. Press firmly into an ungreased 8 X 8 pan.

SECOND LAYER

1/2 c. unsalted butter
2 tbsp. and 2 tsp. cream
2 tbsp. vanilla custard powder
2 c. icing sugar

Cream butter, cream, custard powder and icing sugar together well. Beat until light. Spread over bottom layer.

THIRD LAYER

4 squares semi-sweet chocolate (I oz. each)
2 tbsp. unsalted butter

Melt chocolate and butter over low heat. Cool When cool, but still liquid, pour over second layer and chill in refrigerator.

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