Nutella Nanaimo Bars
Bliss ... Euphoria ... Utter Perfection ... Need I say more? Nutella Nanaimo Bars INGREDIENTS 2 sticks Salted Butter, divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 5 T. Cocoa 1 large egg, beaten 1- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 c. shredded coconut 1/2 c. skinned toasted hazelnuts, chopped 3 oz. Nutella 6 oz. powdered sugar 4 oz. bittersweet chocolate DIRECTIONS 1. For the bottom layer: Melt 1 stick butter, granulated sugar, and cocoa on on stove. Add egg and stir to cook until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. Stir in crumbs, nuts, and coconut. Press firmly into an ungreased 10X6 pan. 2. For the middle layer: Combine Nutella with 6 Tablespoons of softened butter until thoroughly combined. Add powdered sugar and mix until it's incorporated and the mixture is the texture of soft frosting. Spread it evenly on top of the bottom layer, and chill for at least 30 minutes. 3. For the top layer: Melt bittersweet chocolate and rem...