Nanaimo Bars

I have never had or made another version of Nanaimo Bars. That said, I really like this recipe as is. I first made it a couple years ago and have made the bars several times since. Everyone loves them! I cut them really small since they're so rich.

Wow! I was so disappointed in this recipe. I've made Nanaimo bars, but misplaced my original recipe. When I made the crust, I realized that this recipe is so far from the authentic Nanaimo bar, that I had to throw out the crust and start over-- it was bitter and just not right. I found the real recipe, which involves cooking the egg, butter, sugar and cocoa over a double boiler until thick-- then adding to the dry ingredients. Much better! Also, you have to use Custard Powder! Vanilla? No way! Sorry, but this recipe was just not up to par.

That must have been a mistake - unsweetened chocolate for the topping. Should be semi-sweet