Reviewed: Oct. 20, 2008

These were SOO good! At first I thought I hadn't gotten them quite right, but after a night in the fridge they were perfect!

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Reviewed: Oct. 20, 2008

These were totally awesome. I wanted a larger pan full of these. I used a 9x13 pan but then made 1-1/2 batches and it was just right for a 9x13 pan. Disappeared fast!!!!!!!!

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JATON4

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Reviewed: Oct. 19, 2008

One variation for apple crumb bars. The substitution for the middle of the bars is a 21 oz can of apple pie filling. Puree the filling. Put the filling into a sauce pan and bring it to a full boil. Add 1/2 tsp liquid pectin (gelling agent) and continue to boil for one minute. Take the pot off the heat quickly and add 5 tblsp of flour. Mix well and spread over the cooked crust of the bar.

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Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2008

Very tasty recipe, not too sweet. I doubled the recipe and should have cut down on the butter. It was literally pooling on top of the bottom layer after the pre-bake and I used a paper towel to get some of it off! I followed suggestions and did not melt the butter. I also used suger-free caramel topping because that was all they had at the store. The doubled recipe cooked in 22 minutes in a glass dish. It set very well and was easy to cut after cooling in the fridge.

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LILAHWI

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Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2008

These are tasty but they didn't get rave reviews from the family. It might have been my fault though. I'm not too sure how 6 ounces of chocolate translates into cups so I guesstimated the quantity. Also, I ran out of ice cream topping and finished the amount with caramel dip (for apples). I'm not big on nuts so I didn't add any. I did add some vanilla to the crust mixture as others have suggested.

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Shalaine_1

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Reviewed: Oct. 2, 2008

I thought these bars were awesome. My kids and husband loved them too. I will have to make them for the people I work with and see if they say the same thing.

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Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2008

I screwed this up in an attempt to double in a 9x13. Flavor was great, but definitely missing something, and way too much butter by just simply doubling the recipe.

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FIVELETTE

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Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2008

My hubby loves them I had to make them 2 in one week with ti being a double batch its good he has a good metabolism(sp) cuz I coulden't eat them like that!

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Reviewed: Sep. 12, 2008

Mine didn't turn out quite right. the oatmeal mixture wasn't crumbly like the recipe said. The flavor was awesome, however, and my husband loved that it was gooey and rich. It was even better the next day. Make sure you have lots of milk on hand before making this one!

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Reviewed: Sep. 9, 2008

I've made this recipe many times now and it has been met with rave reviews each time. I did have to bake it longer then the suggested time the second time in the oven- probably 20 minutes and I did find that the amount of butter is a little over whelming and tends to make it even a little greasy. I'd recommend cutting back on the butter by two or three tablespoons. But this recipe is fantastic because you can mix up the ingredients in the middle to suit anyone's taste. Over all the recipe is excellent the way it is but I've made it with peanut butter chips in the middle as well as chocolate. I've also made it adding coconut. It all depends on what you're in the mood for. But make a double batch because they disappear quickly!

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Reviewed: Aug. 31, 2008

Great. Made this twice first according to the recipe and a second time using white chocolate chips instead and coconut instead of walnuts. It was great both ways. Let it set a while and cool, it firms up better. Great with a scoop of ice cream on top too.

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J.R.

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Reviewed: Aug. 30, 2008

Would have given it 5 stars because these are very very good however, I used all the same ingredients and measurements but my cooking time the second time was more like 30-40 minutes NOT 15!! Also many reviewers have used almost double the melted butter...I believe you must be using ROLLED oats insted of QUICK outs which are different. That is way too much butter for something going into a 9x9 pan!

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Reviewed: Aug. 20, 2008

We love these! I made them to take camping and my husband's first bite got an "mmmmmmm" that had a special zing to it, meaning these are a keeper. I didn't measure the carmel, just put a bunch on. Next time I'll put more and fewer chocolate chips. I doubled it in a 9x13 and cut back a bit on the butter. A winner of a recipe!

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Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2008

If I could give more stars I would! This was incredibly outrageous. {the perfect PMS fix.} I made it to bring to my neighbors for dessert. She made me leave the leftovers with her! I can't wait to make this again...like maybe tomorrow! The best ever.

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Reviewed: Aug. 14, 2008

I had totally forgotten about this recipe until I was looking for something to make tonight. The first time I had these many years ago at a friend's house, I left with the recipe and all the leftovers! They are rich, delicious, and always a hit!

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Reviewed: Aug. 12, 2008

These were soooo good! I did use 1c. of walnuts, because I like a lot of nuts. Note: press top crumble into walnut, carmel mixture or it may be too crumbly.

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Celeste

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Reviewed: Aug. 11, 2008

I didn't make any changes to the recipe, and I served these warm with vanilla bean ice cream. Excellent!

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Reviewed: Jul. 24, 2008

Amazing! I did add cinnamon to the flour mixture.

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Reviewed: Jul. 22, 2008

I doubled everything for a 9 x 13 pan. The only thing I will do different next time is not double the butter. I thought there was way more than needed. Thanks for a great recipe!

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Reviewed: Jul. 19, 2008

Great! I couldn't stop eating it! Though next time I'll not add the full 3 Tbl of flour to the caramel. It made it so thick it wouldn't spread, so mine came out a little dry. It was still very, very good. Great party recipe!

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