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शुक्रवार, 6 अगस्त 2021

Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo bars are a nutty, decadent dessert made with a graham cracker, coconut, and almond crust. Topped with buttery custard and melted chocolate, this creamy treat is the perfect sweet tooth fix.

Let’s just talk about nutty chocolate bars for a second. They are so hard to resist with how rich, flavorful and ooey-gooey they are! Snickers bars, fantasy fudge, and turtle pecan bars are some of my other favorites sure to be the star of your next party.

Easy Nanaimo Bar Recipe

If you are not familiar with Nanaimo bars, this triple-layer, chocolatey dessert originates from British Columbia, Canada. First appearing in a cookbook in 1952, these bars have now grown to be extremely popular throughout many other countries! This dessert is known by various names- New York slice, London fog bar, and prayer bar to name a few. Honestly, with how insanely good these are, it is no surprise that this Canadian treat has won the hearts of so many. Thinking about the texture of the almond-coconut crust paired with buttery, sweet custard and rich chocolate is enough to get me drooling.

Not only are these super delicious, but easy to make, too! No fancy ingredients are needed here- chocolate, pudding, coconut, almonds, and a couple of other pantry staples are all you need for Nanaimo bars. Then, all you have to do is mix up your crust, add some layers, and voila! An indulgent, delicious treat awaits. These get gobbled up at every family gathering. I have to make sure I grab some for myself before they all disappear. I know my waistline probably hates me, but these bars are so ooey-gooey I can’t resist! With just a few easy steps and ingredients, I know that you, too, will love these tasty treats from BC!

What You Need For Nanaimo Bars Recipe

A lot of these ingredients will probably already be in your pantry, but if not, I promise the grocery store run is worth it to make these bad boys! Nanaimo bars are the ultimate indulgence. You can find exact measurements for each ingredient below.

Butter: For the crust, I use melted, unsalted butter.
Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness to the crust and melts down to help the ingredients meld together.
Cocoa Powder: Since we are adding sugar separately, I use unsweetened cocoa powder.
Salt: Added to enhance flavor.
Egg: The egg in the crust works to bind everything together.
Graham Cracker Crumbs: This is one of the key flavors of these bars. It adds the best gritty sweetness.
Shredded Coconut: I use sweetened coconut in this recipe.
Almonds: For the perfect amount of nuttiness, I use finely chopped almonds.

Vanilla Pudding Filling

Vanilla Pudding Powder: Pudding is easy to find and tastes delicious, but you can also use Bird’s custard powder for a more traditional filling.
Powdered Sugar: Powdered sugar will make your custard sweet while also adding a smooth texture.
Vanilla Extract: I recommend using pure vanilla extract for the best depth of flavor!
Butter: For the filling, I also use unsalted butter, softened.
Heavy Whipping Cream: When whipped together, heavy cream will add the most amazing, light and fluffy texture to your custard filling.

Top Layer of Chocolate

Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips: I like to use semi-sweet chocolate chips to balance out the sweetness of the rest of the bar.
Unsalted Butter: Butter will be melted down with the chocolate chips to create a rich, tasty top layer.

How to Make The Homemade Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo bars only require a few steps of melting, mixing, and layering. This is a great recipe for kids to help out with. It is so fun to see the end result come together!

Prepare Pan: First, line a 9×9 pan with parchment and set aside.
Make Crust Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix the butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt together until combined. Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Mix in the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut and almonds.
Press Into Pan: Press the crust evenly into the prepared pan and put in the fridge to chill for about 10-15 minutes while you prepare the custard filling.
Make Custard Filling: Next, in the bowl of a mixer combine the pudding powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract and softened butter. Mix until combined, Add the heavy whipping cream a tbsp at a time until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
Add Custard: When the base layer is nice and firm and cool, add the frosting on top and smooth evenly across it and return to the fridge.
Melt Chocolate: Put the chocolate and butter in a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals until the chocolate is melted and it all mixes together smooth.
Add Top Layer: Spread the chocolate evenly over the chilled frosting layer. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Serve: Remove from the pan and use a very sharp knife to cut into bars.

The Best Nanaimo Bars Tips

A few simple tips and tricks can ensure you create the most delicious, chocolatey squares possible. Perfecting Nanaimo bars will keep everyone coming back for more!

Adding Egg: Don’t add your egg to a hot pan too quickly or it will curdle. Mix your egg and chocolate together slowly and whisk constantly.
Cutting Your Bars: It is easier to cut through your chocolate top layer at room temperature. Using a sharp knife, score only the tops of your bars, when your chocolate is almost hardened but still maluable. Then, return them to the fridge to finish chilling. Once your bars have chilled completely, you will not only know where to cut your bars but also not crack your chocolate in the cutting process!
Using a Food Processor for Your Crust: If you find it hard to pack down a crust with big pieces of almonds and graham crackers, you can first blend them together in a food processor. This way, you get smaller pieces and ultimately a denser crust.
Nut Substitutes: Instead of almonds, you can substitute for pecans or the traditional walnut.
Fruit Garnish: For a pop of beautiful ruby color and a slight fruity flavor, garnish your Nanaimo bars with cranberry or raspberry.

Storing Your Leftover Dessert Bars

Since they are best served cold, these tasty little bars are great for storing and eating later! Seeing them in my fridge when I’m craving something sweet has been a miracle, honestly.

In the Refrigerator: Nanaimo bars will keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Serve straight from the fridge.
In the Freezer: You can also keep your Nanaimo bars in the freezer for 2-3 months in an airtight container. Simply thaw in the fridge before consumption.

Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo bars are a nutty, decadent dessert made with a graham cracker, coconut, and almond crust. Topped with buttery custard and melted chocolate, this creamy treat is the perfect sweet tooth fix.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword nanaimo bars, nanaimo bars recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes

Chill 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes

Servings bars

Calories 644kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Crust

1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
½ cup granulated sugar
6 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
½ cup almonds finely chopped

Filling

3 Tablespoon vanilla pudding powder or Bird’s custard powder, for a more traditional filling
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter softened
2-3 Tablespoon heavy whipping cream

Top Layer

5 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
2 Tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

Line a 9×9 pan with parchment and set it aside.
In a medium bowl, mix the butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt together until fully combined. Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Mix in the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and almonds.
Press the crust evenly into the prepared pan and put it in the fridge to chill for about 10-15 minutes while you prepare the custard filling.
In the bowl of a mixer, combine the pudding powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and softened butter. Mix until combined, Add the heavy whipping cream a tbsp at a time until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
Once the base layer is nice and firm and cool to the touch, add the frosting on top and smooth evenly across it and return to the fridge.
Put the chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals until the chocolate is melted and it all mixes together smooth. Spread the chocolate evenly over the chilled frosting layer. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Remove from the pan and use a very sharp knife to cut into bars.

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गुरुवार, 5 अगस्त 2021

Insanely Delicious Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Coconut shrimp is insanely delicious! One of the best appetizers out there, these mouthwatering air-fried coconut shrimp are crispy, lightweight, and completely delightful! This appetizer is one that is sure to have your guests coming back for more!

Cooking coconut shrimp in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to have your favorite dish without all of the added oil. It’s healthier but somehow just as tasty! Try some of these other amazing air fryer recipes such as air fryer fried pickles, these 5-minute air fryer biscuit pizzas or these delicious air fryer corn dogs!

Why Cook Coconut Shrimp With an Air Fryer?

Cooking with an air fryer is a great way to get that traditional taste of fried foods without all of the extra oil! I love using my air fryer for that reason! It’s such a simple and easy way to maintain the delicious taste. Plus, because I don’t have to deal with any oil splatters, it makes clean-up a breeze! Did you know that by using just 1 tablespoon of cooking oil rather than a couple of cups of it to deep fry your recipe, you get the same great results but at a fraction of the fat? It’s a win, win situation!

I also love that when I use the air fryer that I don’t have to compromise on taste! These air-fried coconut shrimp provide that same golden, crispy texture on the outside and the delicious, juicy shrimp on the inside. Using the air fryer also allows me to focus on other tasks in the kitchen while these are cooking. It eliminates my need to stand next to the stove monitoring them the entire time. That way, I can have delicious coconut shrimp AND be focused on cooking other dishes because these are so easy once you pop them in and wait for them to be finished!

Ingredients for Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Simple yet satisfying, these air fryer shrimp will be sure to deliver on taste and texture! See the full recipe below for exact ingredient measurements!

Large shrimp: Make sure that the shrimp is peeled with the tails left on and deveined.
Eggs: Eggs create a sticky base for the breadcrumbs and coconut.
Flaked coconut: Make sure that the coconut flakes are unsweetened.
Panko breadcrumbs: These breadcrumbs will be the key ingredient in getting that crispy texture!
All-purpose flour: This creates a base for all of the ingredients used to cover the shrimp.
Garlic powder: This will give you a hint of garlic flavor that compliments the coconut!
Paprika: Garnishing with paprika is optional but it will add a slight sweet pepper flavor, without any added heat.
Salt: Adding the salt to the dish will help to bring out all of the other flavors.
Black pepper: Freshly ground black pepper will give a slight hint of heat to the taste without making it too spicy or hot

Instructions for Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

This recipe is SOO delicious that you will think that you ordered it from a restaurant! This air fryer shrimp brings a delicious flavor and crispy golden texture without being drenched in oil!

Beat and combine: Beat eggs in a small bowl and set aside. Combine breadcrumbs and coconut in another bowl and set aside. Lastly, combine flour and spices in a 3rd bowl.
Dip and coat: Dip shrimp in small batches in the flour mixture then the egg mixture. Next, let the excess drip off the shrimp and then coat in the coconut/breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
Cook and flip: Place the shrimp in the basket of the air fryer. Cook at 360 degrees for 10 minutes flipping halfway through or until shrimp is cooked throughout.

4 pictures of step by step instructions on how to add breaded coating to shrimp.

Tips for Cooking Coconut Shrimp

Shrimp seems like it should be a complicated dish since it’s available at every restaurant, but it’s not! Follow these quick tips and in return, you will come out with an amazing dish and wondering why you haven’t tried them before!!

Dry your shrimp: Make sure that you pat your shrimp dry with a paper towel. This will help the flour stick to the shrimp.
Preheat the air fryer: If you preheat your fryer beforehand, it will create a good sear on food and have a crispy outside texture.
Keep the tails on: Make sure to leave the tails on your shrimp. It makes them easier to eat!
Use fresh shrimp (or make sure yours is fully thawed): The breading won’t stick to frozen shrimp so make sure the shrimp is fresh and fully thawed.
Don’t layer the shrimp: Make sure that you only lay a single layer of shrimp in the basket at once so that you ensure even cooking.
Don’t forget to flip: Remember to flip your shrimp halfway through. This will give each side of your shrimp to obtain that crispy, golden texture on the outside!
Parchment liners: If you are using parchment liners with holes in your air fryer, do not place liners in the air fryer during preheating.

Air fried shrimp on a platter with some dipping sauce.

How to Store and Reheat Leftover Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

These shrimp are so delicious that you might want to save some for tomorrow’s meal too! Here are a few tips on how you can store and reheat these delicious shrimp!

Refrigerator: Once they are cooled completely, place the leftover shrimp in a ziplock bag or an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
Reheat: To reheat your shrimp the next day, follow these simple instructions: Turn your air fryer to 350°F degrees. Put your leftover fried shrimp in (one layer at a time). Reheat them for 3 to 4 minutes until they are golden and crispy.

Air fried shrimp being dipped into sauce.

Insanely Delicious Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Coconut shrimp are insanely delicious! One of the best appetizers out there, these mouthwatering air fried coconut shrimp are crispy, lightweight and completely delightful! This appetizer is one that is sure to have your guests coming back for more!

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer coconut shrimp, coconut shrimp

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings people

Calories 344kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers