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PALEO NANAIMO BARS


My brother makes Nanaimo  Bars often, and they were my favorite. This time when he was going to make them,  I had to find a way that I could enjoy these again, with everyone else! 

Side be side you could not tell the difference between mine and his! These are so so much healthier and just as good, if not better!



They are so rich and creamy! I can't get my fill! They are my new favorite dessert! 



Paleo Nanaimo Bars
Makes 16 squares
  • Ingredients 

    •  
    • Crust 
    • 1 cup walnuts
    • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • 8 medium size Medjool dates
    • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
    • 1/8 tsp. salt 
    • coconut milk, as needed

    • Middle layer
    • 1 cup Cashews, soaked*
    • ½ cup melted coconut oil
    • ¼ cup maple syrup 
    • ¼ cup coconut milk
    • 1/8 tsp. salt

    • Chocolate Layer
    • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup 
    • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
    • 1/8 tsp salt

    Instructions
    Grease a 8 by 8 inch pan with coconut oil, and set aside.

    Crust 
    Place all crust ingredients in a food processor till combined. I have a very small food processor so I process the dates, nuts and coconut separately then add them together with the other ingredients, and stir till combined. You can add coconut milk if it is too dry, make sure you do it slowly. Press the ingredients into the bottom of your greased pan. Cover and place in the fridge, while you work on the next layer so that it has a chance to set up before adding the next layer.

    Middle Layer
    Place soaked Cashews* with the rest of your filling ingredients in a high powered blender or food processor until smooth and creamy. Take pan out of the fridge and pour the cream in the pan. Place in fridge for 1-2 hours or until it is set. 

    Chocolate Layer 
    Melt coconut oil in a small microwave safe bowl. Add cocoa, maple syrup and salt. Place it back in the microwave if it is to thick, be careful, only heat it in the microwave for a few seconds at a time, so you don't burn it. Pour on top of the middle layer and spread it into an even layer. Place in the fridge until set, about 30-45 minuets. 

    Cut into 1 inch peaces and serve! These are the best the next day, you can do ether way!

    Enjoy!



    YUM!


     
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