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Paleo Nanaimo Bars (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, No Bake)

Name: Paleo Nanaimo Bars (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, No Bake)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: Layer 1: Crust/Base; 1 cup almond flour; 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut; 1/4 cup raw cacao powder; 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Layer 2: Creamy Middle; 1/2 cup coconut butter (softened); 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons full-fat coconut milk (more if needed for creaminess); Pinch of turmeric (optional, for color); Layer 3: Chocolate Topping; 1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips (use paleo-compliant) or chopped dark chocolate; 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Category:

Dessert

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

12 people

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 30-60 Minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

Rich, layered Canadian dessert bars made paleo-friendly with nutty flavors.

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What You’ll Need:

Layer 1: Crust/Base
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup raw cacao powder
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Layer 2: Creamy Middle
1/2 cup coconut butter (softened)
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons full-fat coconut milk (more if needed for creaminess)
Pinch of turmeric (optional, for color)
Layer 3: Chocolate Topping
1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips (use paleo-compliant) or chopped dark chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Prepration for:Paleo Nanaimo Bars (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, No Bake)

Step 1/4

1. Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, shredded coconut, cacao powder, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 8×8″ pan. Place in the freezer to set (about 10 minutes).

Step 2/4

2. Make the Creamy Filling: In another bowl, mix softened coconut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut milk until smooth and creamy. Add a tiny pinch of turmeric for that classic yellow tint, if you like. Spread over the chilled base layer and return to the freezer for another 10–15 minutes.

Step 3/4

3. Add the Chocolate Topping: Melt chocolate and coconut oil together over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Pour over the firm middle layer and tilt the pan gently to spread evenly.

Step 4/4

4. Chill & Slice: Refrigerate or freeze the whole pan until the chocolate sets. Once firm, slice into bars using a sharp knife (run under warm water for clean cuts).

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Paleo Nanaimo Bars (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, No Bake)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the Base:
In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, shredded coconut, cacao powder, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 8×8″ pan. Place in the freezer to set (about 10 minutes).

Step 2

2. Make the Creamy Filling:
In another bowl, mix softened coconut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut milk until smooth and creamy. Add a tiny pinch of turmeric for that classic yellow tint, if you like. Spread over the chilled base layer and return to the freezer for another 10–15 minutes.

Step 3

3. Add the Chocolate Topping:
Melt chocolate and coconut oil together over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Pour over the firm middle layer and tilt the pan gently to spread evenly.

Step 4

4. Chill & Slice:
Refrigerate or freeze the whole pan until the chocolate sets. Once firm, slice into bars using a sharp knife (run under warm water for clean cuts).

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