For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semisweet. If you don't have custard powder, you can substitute with cornstarch. This will slightly alter the flavor, but will still provide the necessary thickening. Store the squares in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
'Not Nanaimo Bar' Squares
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING20 People
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VIEWS9
These squares, often mistaken for a certain candy bar, are a delightful no-bake treat. A crunchy, peanut butter base is topped with a creamy custard layer and finished with a rich chocolate ganache. They're always a crowd-pleaser and incredibly easy to make!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium132 mg
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Sugar22 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Prepare the Pan: Grease an 8x8-inch square pan. (5 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
Make the Cereal Base: In a large pot, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just warmed and well blended. (3 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Incorporate Cereals: Remove from heat and stir in the cornflakes and crispy rice cereal until evenly coated. (2 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
Press into Pan: Press the cereal mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan. (2 minutes)
05
Step
3 mins
Prepare Custard Layer: In a bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar and custard powder. Gradually whisk in the 1/2 cup of melted margarine until smooth. (3 minutes)
06
Step
1 mins
Adjust Consistency: Add warm water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the custard mixture reaches a spreadable consistency. (1 minute)
07
Step
2 mins
Spread Custard: Spread the custard mixture evenly over the cereal base. (2 minutes)
08
Step
1 mins
Make Chocolate Ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped chocolate with the remaining 2 tablespoons of margarine in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. (1 minute)
09
Step
1 mins
Pour and Chill: Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the custard layer. (1 minute)
10
Step
30 mins
Refrigerate: Refrigerate the squares until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes. (30 minutes)
11
Step
5 mins
Cut and Serve: Cut into 1-inch squares and serve. (5 minutes)
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Loma Crona
Jul 1, 2025So easy to make, and they taste amazing. My kids love them!
Scarlett Kerluke
Jul 1, 2025These were a hit at my potluck! Everyone wanted the recipe.
Fiona Kerlukeprice
Jun 28, 2025I doubled the recipe and made them in a 9x13 pan. Worked great!
Bart Corwin
Jun 27, 2025I added a pinch of salt to the chocolate layer to balance the sweetness, and it was perfect!