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I would also recommend more pretzels.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"phmgh5"},"reviewBody":"Nutty Smore's were no where to be found so I threw in a small handful of chopped nuts to the first layer...great picnic\/potluck dessert!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"aprillynn"},"reviewBody":"This is my kids favorite recipe and they beg me to make it all the time. It is so yummy and it will sure cure your sweet tooth. Thanks will make it over and over again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"afschaak"},"reviewBody":"Soooo Gooood!! This is a new Christmas staple for my cookie tray and I don't add new recipes very often! Was very easy to prepare and everyone loved it, not that there was much to dislike! Can't get more packed with goodies if you tried! I would have to say this is a Candy Bar Bar!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"castlek"},"reviewBody":"To be honest, this dessert did not have the \"wow\" factor I was looking for. I took it to a church potluck and folks said they liked the bars, but I will not be making them again. Karen","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Got2BKD"},"reviewBody":"I just made this recipe over the weekend and it was very good. Everyone liked it however, It took me alot longer then it said to put together. I used honey instead of corn syrup, peanut butter for the peanut butter chips and peanuts for the walnuts. Yummy but so many steps and ingredients this will be a recipe that won't get made very often.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-07-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Solomio"},"reviewBody":"These were a hit and I even mixed up the order for layers. They looked a little different but everyone loved them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"grensrud"},"reviewBody":"Try the smores granola bars made by Quaker, that's what I used by pure accident. I thought that was what the recipe called for and I forgot my grocery list at home. I thought they turned out great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"barby64"},"reviewBody":"I just had to pop on here and tell you all how sweet it was to see the reviews you posted about this Barwhen I started to create this bar an elderly women who has long passed was the biggest inspiration for this so it was nice to see others also enjoyed it as wellTHANK YOU ALL VERY MUCHMay GOD BLESS ALL YOUR DAYSand THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING THEMIt sounds to me as you enjoy them as much as we do","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mauishores"},"reviewBody":"Very rich and extremely delicious. Simple to make. People will ask for the recipe so be prepared.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jamielee25"},"reviewBody":"I made these for Christmas and they were amazing!! I used the s'mores granola bars that are in the generic walmart mixed granola bar box. So incredible that I had to share them on my cooking blog (www.smoochinginthekitchen.blogspot.com) This is going into my recipe file to make again for sure!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"aprillynn"},"reviewBody":"I made this for a potluck. It makes alot so I was excited because I wanted to be able to have leftovers but they were so good that I didnt get to take some home. The kids loved them and always ask me to make them now. This has become a recipe that adults and kids ask me to make everything we have a gathering.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mollymas52"},"reviewBody":"have made this recipe several times for a fund raiser for a little boy who was badly burned and each time this is the best selling baked item. delicious","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SpasticFurchild"},"reviewBody":"I've made this once, and gave half to my work and the other half to my fiance's work. Both containers were gone before the end of the day.This is quite possibly the best dessert I've ever eaten. EVER. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"afschaak"},"reviewBody":"Soooo Gooood! This new bar has been added to my coveted Christmas Cookie tray assortment and I don't add new recipes very often! Chuck full of goodies, there isn't anyone that won't love this bar. Very easy to prepare. I would have to say this is a Candy Bar Bar!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-07-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ebramkamp"},"reviewBody":"These are rich, decadent and delicious. They would be a welcome treat on any cookie tray.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Mommabear1025"},"reviewBody":"I made these for a \"bake off\" contest at work. They won 1st place in 2 categories, Best Tasting and Most Original. Thanks for making me look good :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tohfan88"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is was a hit with everyone!! Thanks for sharing!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"clpeiff"},"reviewBody":"I just used the chocolate chip granola bars. Could not find the nutty smores. I had to copy this recipe for the teachers at my sons school. It was a HIT!!!! 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These are rich, decadent and delicious. They would be a welcome treat on any cookie tray.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"07\/28\/2016 14:35","GUID":"665D46F135274B1BB9ED11D0FFDDD26C","MemberId":702841,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ebramkamp","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2016 14:35"},{"Comment":"
\"not about this recipe\"---I may be the only person with a negative opinion about butterscotch chips. I have 3 pkgs in the freezer and used 1\/3 of a pkg in a recent recipe. realized I simply don't like the flavor (chemical to me) at all. in this recipe I'd have to substiture those with another chip, I do have cinnamon chips.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"","GUID":"6a546b406aad4dd69f70814662a7a417","MemberId":7749892,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Psalm1273B","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2016 12:41"},{"Comment":"
These are awesome! Easy to make and sinfully yummy! You can totally play around with different flavor morsels and flavored marshmallows! Thanks for the great recipe, my family loved them! :-D<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"10\/18\/2015 09:33","GUID":"9a1bf23ebd0f496c824d654aac08a480","MemberId":6824185,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jbruizer@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"10\/18\/2015 09:33"},{"Comment":"
These were a hit and I even mixed up the order for layers. They looked a little different but everyone loved them.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"07\/14\/2015 10:23","GUID":"6495dd8e7579450494807362a181d6b7","MemberId":7979165,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Solomio","SubmittedDate":"07\/14\/2015 10:23"},{"Comment":"
I just had to pop on here and tell you all how sweet it was to see the reviews you posted about this Barwhen I started to create this bar an elderly women who has long passed was the biggest inspiration for this so it was nice to see others also enjoyed it as wellTHANK YOU ALL VERY MUCHMay GOD BLESS ALL YOUR DAYS<\/p>
and THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING THEM<\/p>
It sounds to me as you enjoy them as much as we do<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"04\/18\/2014 16:41","GUID":"0721e25da5104af99923eb160b8a3275","MemberId":4277105,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"barby64","SubmittedDate":"03\/07\/2014 22:14"},{"Comment":"
I made these for a "bake off" contest at work. They won 1st place in 2 categories, Best Tasting and Most Original. Thanks for making me look good :)<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"","GUID":"c091f095d6844b34b4f7bc4c6a1d1ad0","MemberId":7537890,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mommabear1025","SubmittedDate":"12\/14\/2013 09:27"},{"Comment":"
This recipe is was a hit with everyone!! Thanks for sharing!!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"","GUID":"7f0fd7d9023d4ffaa418854aeae29472","MemberId":7210148,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"tohfan88","SubmittedDate":"12\/02\/2013 14:38"},{"Comment":"
Soooo Gooood! This new bar has been added to my coveted Christmas Cookie tray assortment and I don't add new recipes very often! Chuck full of goodies, there isn't anyone that won't love this bar. Very easy to prepare. I would have to say this is a Candy Bar Bar!!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2013 19:56","GUID":"c9510224480b4ef4a160ee66067e9bcc","MemberId":4514466,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"afschaak","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2013 20:00"},{"Comment":"
Soooo Gooood!! This is a new Christmas staple for my cookie tray and I don't add new recipes very often! Was very easy to prepare and everyone loved it, not that there was much to dislike! Can't get more packed with goodies if you tried! I would have to say this is a Candy Bar Bar!!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2013 19:56","GUID":"c9510224480b4ef4a160ee66067e9bcc","MemberId":4514466,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"afschaak","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2013 19:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"04\/23\/2013 11:44","GUID":"ec6018270e7d483f8f1beb6fd1dbba7d","MemberId":9292984,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"echristiw@msn.com","SubmittedDate":"04\/23\/2013 11:44"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/17\/2013 20:23","GUID":"ba1b13d603c8469b84c68a3fa637c62b","MemberId":2011839,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kco621","SubmittedDate":"02\/17\/2013 20:23"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"02\/05\/2013 21:27","GUID":"b6d4443de77e4823b4b8022e2bf219c2","MemberId":3059822,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"maddyben","SubmittedDate":"02\/05\/2013 21:27"},{"Comment":"
Almost a Candy Bar Recipe for an Christmas Cookie. The recipe is there to create a special treat! Enjoy! :-)<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"12\/05\/2012 00:56","GUID":"cbd09b59c31a47319f25d24053ad8dfd","MemberId":6420190,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"gwashington1961","SubmittedDate":"12\/05\/2012 00:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"12\/03\/2012 17:27","GUID":"8ad91158d37e42f98f35109c945e03d9","MemberId":6692599,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"mmskulski@aol.com","SubmittedDate":"12\/03\/2012 17:27"},{"Comment":"
Nutty Smore's were no where to be found so I threw in a small handful of chopped nuts to the first layer...great picnic\/potluck dessert!!!<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"07\/17\/2012 12:22","GUID":"18dbce9c29bd4dc1829d36874c32f961","MemberId":6704327,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"phmgh5","SubmittedDate":"07\/17\/2012 12:22"},{"Comment":"
I just used the chocolate chip granola bars. Could not find the nutty smores. I had to copy this recipe for the teachers at my sons school. It was a HIT!!!! I will definately make them again and again.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"02\/13\/2012 07:23","GUID":"dbb7358204784f5aa0ed2f341cb55d46","MemberId":2993353,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"clpeiff","SubmittedDate":"02\/13\/2012 07:23"},{"Comment":"
I made these for Christmas and they were amazing!! I used the s'mores granola bars that are in the generic walmart mixed granola bar box. So incredible that I had to share them on my cooking blog (www.smoochinginthekitchen.blogspot.com) This is going into my recipe file to make again for sure!<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"01\/06\/2012 17:07","GUID":"7911884f481f411695bb108aee229237","MemberId":1830663,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jamielee25","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2012 17:07"},{"Comment":"
can anyone tell where to get the nutty s'mores trail mix bars? I would like to make these but I can't find the trail mix bars.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"08\/03\/2011 09:31","GUID":"0c005da18a2b4a829fe8a8b944070395","MemberId":1867477,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lohoff@sbcglobal.net","SubmittedDate":"08\/07\/2011 21:36"},{"Comment":"
Where do you find the nutty smore bars? What brand are they?<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"08\/03\/2011 09:31","GUID":"0c005da18a2b4a829fe8a8b944070395","MemberId":1867477,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lohoff@sbcglobal.net","SubmittedDate":"08\/03\/2011 09:31"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"07\/17\/2011 17:43","GUID":"b9bdcc9937e74e2097097ca37328043b","MemberId":6036135,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tpetro","SubmittedDate":"07\/17\/2011 17:43"},{"Comment":"
Very rich and extremely delicious. Simple to make. People will ask for the recipe so be prepared.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"06\/11\/2011 00:15","GUID":"948e9f9f5e3f48d7b03a9642f08f9846","MemberId":1088145,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mauishores","SubmittedDate":"06\/11\/2011 00:15"},{"Comment":"
I've made this once, and gave half to my work and the other half to my fiance's work. Both containers were gone before the end of the day.<\/p>
This is quite possibly the best dessert I've ever eaten. EVER. :)<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"01\/28\/2011 09:51","GUID":"e48041efbcb2423c8e0298f443a9ed1a","MemberId":4605477,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SpasticFurchild","SubmittedDate":"01\/28\/2011 09:51"},{"Comment":"
This is my kids favorite recipe and they beg me to make it all the time. It is so yummy and it will sure cure your sweet tooth. Thanks will make it over and over again.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"05\/01\/2010 07:46","GUID":"ffdf1b3d34884b189f3cbb604a5be386","MemberId":2599764,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aprillynn","SubmittedDate":"11\/24\/2010 07:41"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"08\/29\/2010 07:11","GUID":"113e2b2258374da591ed7e9fb703dfbe","MemberId":1570661,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"budgick","SubmittedDate":"08\/29\/2010 07:11"},{"Comment":"
I just made this recipe over the weekend and it was very good. Everyone liked it however, It took me alot longer then it said to put together. I used honey instead of corn syrup, peanut butter for the peanut butter chips and peanuts for the walnuts. Yummy but so many steps and ingredients this will be a recipe that won't get made very often.<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"07\/08\/2010 14:00","GUID":"5f436d3c6d43478c8b1d078cf76b50ba","MemberId":1525315,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Got2BKD","SubmittedDate":"07\/08\/2010 14:00"},{"Comment":"
I have made this several times now, and it is always a hit. My coworkers go nuts when Ibring this particular snack in, and there is never even a sliver left over. It also does great at bake sales. Cut into the 1 inch squares, they easily sell for 1 dollar each, and then people come back for more! What a great fundraiser!!! I use the Quaker (or store brand) Chewy Smores Granola Bars, and they work just fine.<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"05\/20\/2010 12:34","GUID":"a2e28edca6534cc4b61c5b8299e98a9e","MemberId":4038887,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JessCostello","SubmittedDate":"05\/20\/2010 12:34"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"05\/16\/2010 23:28","GUID":"40c1bd00edee48f5a08b12324175ec5d","MemberId":5132908,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"k_grant","SubmittedDate":"05\/16\/2010 23:28"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"05\/01\/2010 19:30","GUID":"25425cf3fa054d89ba5c12f2bf9de3c2","MemberId":5090830,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jolizsh","SubmittedDate":"05\/01\/2010 19:30"},{"Comment":"
I made this for a potluck. It makes alot so I was excited because I wanted to be able to have leftovers but they were so good that I didnt get to take some home. The kids loved them and always ask me to make them now. This has become a recipe that adults and kids ask me to make everything we have a gathering.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"05\/01\/2010 07:46","GUID":"ffdf1b3d34884b189f3cbb604a5be386","MemberId":2599764,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aprillynn","SubmittedDate":"05\/01\/2010 07:46"},{"Comment":"
Sounds good but don't plan to make it. Too many ingredients!!!!!!!<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"04\/30\/2010 18:01","GUID":"899f6e6831f34593be942e5c82ab7006","MemberId":2176954,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"sweetsue1006","SubmittedDate":"04\/30\/2010 18:01"},{"Comment":"
To be honest, this dessert did not have the \"wow\" factor I was looking for. I took it to a church potluck and folks said they liked the bars, but I will not be making them again. Karen<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"03\/28\/2010 16:40","GUID":"124846b1f7244873b0970be7a63c732d","MemberId":1056158,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"castlek","SubmittedDate":"03\/28\/2010 16:40"},{"Comment":"
Try the smores granola bars made by Quaker, that's what I used by pure accident. I thought that was what the recipe called for and I forgot my grocery list at home. I thought they turned out great!<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"01\/19\/2010 13:21","GUID":"4e1e39eb0d75490a92ff12e27daac466","MemberId":4501110,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"grensrud","SubmittedDate":"01\/19\/2010 13:21"},{"Comment":"
after searching all the grocery stores in the area today.. I came back home and did some research.. apparently the nutty s'mores trail mix bars are made by Skippy.. and have been discontinued.. I thought I'd share this info incase someone else knows of a substitution.. I'd really love to make this dessert!<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2009 12:48","GUID":"0629585ded9249368a014e64cdb40b59","MemberId":3742253,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mndi2","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2009 12:48"},{"Comment":"
have made this recipe several times for a fund raiser for a little boy who was badly burned and each time this is the best selling baked item. delicious<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"11\/12\/2009 14:58","GUID":"b9726b4df8744b86b542d0c2fdd55938","MemberId":1090569,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mollymas52","SubmittedDate":"11\/12\/2009 14:58"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"10\/01\/2009 16:43","GUID":"53f143b8db8f4e8ead0207856c3ba96c","MemberId":2661477,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zonicray","SubmittedDate":"10\/01\/2009 16:43"},{"Comment":"
Simple & Delicious<\/a> - try a FREE ISSUE today!<\/a><\/p>\r\n Says Barb Wyman from her kitchen in Hankinson, North Dakota: "Because I love candy bars and marshmallows, this recipe was a cinch to invent\u2014and I\u2019ve yet to find anyone who doesn\u2019t enjoy it! The quick bars make great individually wrapped treats for picnics, lunch boxes or out-the-door snacking. And with all the different layers and flavors, they\u2019re sure to please just about everyone."<\/span><\/p>\r\n