Description
Nanaimo bar cheesecake blends Canadian dessert traditions into a creamy no-bake masterpiece. Chocolate, custard, and graham cracker layers create a luxurious treat you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
Instructions
- Craft a rich base by combining graham cracker crumbs with cocoa, coconut, and melted butter, pressing firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set the foundation.
- Create a luxurious cream cheese filling by whipping together cream cheese, softened butter, custard powder, and powdered sugar until silky smooth. Gently fold in whipped cream to maintain airy texture.
- Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust, ensuring an even layer. Return to refrigerator for 30 minutes to stabilize.
- Prepare the chocolate topping by gently melting chocolate with cream until glossy and perfectly blended. Allow mixture to cool slightly before pouring over the custard layer.
- Smooth the chocolate layer with a spatula, creating an elegant finish. Refrigerate for minimum 2 hours or overnight to allow complete setting.
- When ready to serve, release springform pan and slice into clean, precise portions. Garnish with additional coconut shavings or chocolate shards for extra visual appeal.
- Serve chilled, enjoying the decadent layers of chocolate, creamy filling, and crisp coconut crust in every delightful bite.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance the coconut flavor by toasting the shredded coconut before mixing into the crust, adding a deeper, nuttier dimension to the base.
- Use high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a richer, more intense chocolate topping that elevates the entire dessert.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding a splash of liqueur to the custard layer or incorporating different extracts like vanilla or almond to personalize the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg