Named after a charming city on Vancouver Island, the Nanaimo bar is famous for its layers of chocolate, walnuts, graham cracker crumbs, coconut, custard, and ganache. In the Season 10 premiere of The Great Canadian Baking Show, these iconic elements are reimagined into a luxurious cheesecake.
The dessert features a nutty baked brownie base and a filling that blends the traditional Nanaimo bar’s vanilla custard with cream cheese, creating a delightful sweet and tangy flavor profile. The cheesecake is then topped with a luscious chocolate ganache and a decorative garnish, elevating it into a stunning centerpiece suitable for any celebration.
The Nanaimo Cheesecake serves as the Technical Bake for the kickoff of Season 10 of The Great Canadian Baking Show, airing on CBC and CBC Gem starting Sunday, Oct. 4.
To create this delectable dessert, you will need some special equipment, including a sheet of acetate. The ingredients include items for the brownie base, cheesecake custard, chocolate ganache topping, and garnish.
For the preparation, the brownie base is baked, the cheesecake custard is made, and the chocolate ganache topping is prepared. The final assembly involves garnishing the cheesecake with coconut flakes, chocolate decorations, and gold sprinkles.
This Nanaimo Cheesecake recipe offers a delightful twist on a beloved Canadian treat, perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a special occasion.