Definitely a winner! You know it's worth a try if you read the reviews and for once they're NOT all full of "this was good, I only changed ... [3 or 4 items]" Nope, the only variations you see are techniques like stirring in the chips, doubling the recipe(do it!), and trying different nuts or chocolate. Fantastic for last-minute company, or an impromptu picnic: done in under an hour, uses only ingredients I have on hand, and super yummy.

Not for decorating!!! And "takes some extra time" is underestimating it. It took me about 1 1/2 hours to make. Then when it seemed spreadable, I iced a doll cake for my daughter's birthday party. The icing went on well, then quickly thickened. Since I had tinted it pink, it looked EXACTLY like I had made the Barbie's dress with Silly Putty! It flowed down the sides of the cake, and the effect was awful. I guess I should remember that great baking rule, do not experiment when it's a special occasion, but I was looking for a good alternative to too sugary buttercream. Should have just sweetened some whipped cream and had done with it.