Grand Marnier Nanaimo Bars

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Servings: 3 cups Difficulty: Advanced
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Elegant twist on the classic Canadian no-bake bar featuring orange liqueur and chocolate.
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Grand Marnier Nanaimo Bars

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 3 cups Calories: 926

Description

These Grand Marnier Nanaimo Bars offer a sophisticated upgrade to the traditional Canadian favorite. The base combines crisp graham cracker crumbs, toasted pecans, and coconut with a hint of cocoa for a rich, nutty foundation. The middle layer is a creamy, tangy curd infused with Grand Marnier and fresh orange zest, providing a bright citrus punch that cuts through the sweetness. Topped with a smooth, semi-sweet chocolate ganache, these bars deliver a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the graham wafer crumbs, coconut, and chopped pecans.
  3. In a small saucepan, gently heat 2/3 cup butter, cocoa powder, and sugar until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the beaten egg.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl and blend until evenly combined.
  6. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared 9-inch square pan.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let the base cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. For the Grand Marnier layer, place half of the icing sugar and the 1/4 cup softened butter in a mixing bowl.
  10. Beat the butter and icing sugar together until creamy.
  11. Mix in the Grand Marnier, remaining icing sugar, and grated orange rind until a smooth paste forms.
  12. Spread the Grand Marnier mixture evenly over the cooled base layer.
  13. For the chocolate topping, stir 1 tablespoon butter into the melted semi-sweet chocolate until smooth.
  14. Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the Grand Marnier layer.
  15. Refrigerate the bars for at least 20 minutes, or until the chocolate topping is set.
  16. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 926kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 81 gg125%
Saturated Fat 42 gg210%
Cholesterol 144 mgmg48%
Sodium 1851 mgmg78%
Total Carbohydrate 26 gg9%
Dietary Fiber 13 gg52%
Sugars 7 gg
Protein 39 gg78%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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