Description

This classic Nanaimo Slice is a rich no-bake dessert featuring three delicious layers: a chocolate coconut base, a creamy custard filling, and a smooth chocolate topping. Perfectly indulgent and easy to prepare, this Nanaimo slice recipe is ideal for entertaining, gifting, or satisfying sweet cravings.

Ingredients

Base Layer:

1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup desiccated coconut
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Middle Layer:

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups icing sugar
2 tbsp custard powder
2–3 tbsp milk

Top Layer:

150g dark chocolate
2 tbsp butter

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Instructions

Line a 20cm square pan with baking paper.
For the base, melt butter, sugar, and cocoa powder over low heat until smooth.
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the beaten egg until thickened.
Add graham cracker crumbs, coconut, and nuts (if using). Mix well and press firmly into the pan. Chill until set.
For the middle layer, beat butter until smooth. Add icing sugar and custard powder, then mix in milk until thick and creamy.
Spread evenly over the chilled base and refrigerate until firm.
For the top layer, melt chocolate and butter until smooth.
Pour over the custard layer and spread evenly. Chill until fully set.
Slice into squares before serving.

Notes

Stir continuously when adding the egg to avoid scrambling.Chill each layer properly for clean slicing.Let the slice sit briefly at room temperature before cutting to prevent cracking.Use a warm knife for neat, sharp edges.