Dark Chocolate Toffee Walnut Cookie Bars

@CarolDM (203454)
Nashville, Tennessee
June 30, 2021 6:36pm CST
Growing up, we always had pecans and walnuts shelled and in the freezer for cooking and baking. I miss those days for so many reasons. Came across this recipe while looking at an old cookbook of my dear Momma's. Made just a half batch of these favorite cookie bars. And oh my, they brought back so many good memories. More of those little things to enjoy in life.
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• Midland, Michigan
30 Jun 21
Those look delish. I have some keto recipes that are similar other than the sugar that I'll need to try one of these months.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 Jun 21
They are very delicious.
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• Midland, Michigan
1 Jul 21
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@much2say (53909)
• Los Angeles, California
1 Jul 21
OHhhh, that looks SO good ! Did you have these a lot in your childhood? Why oh why just a half batch ?
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
We had these fairly often. Made a half batch so I wouldn’t eat too many. They are rich.
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@much2say (53909)
• Los Angeles, California
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM I'm sure the taste was a blast from the past . For that I would make a double batch (but I know what you mean ).
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
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@allen0187 (58438)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
Sounds delicious!
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@allen0187 (58438)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM I feel the same way when I have pickled mangoes. It takes me to my childhood summer days.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jul 21
@allen0187 Good to have things that bring back the good times.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
Yes indeed.
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@LadyDuck (457413)
• Switzerland
1 Jul 21
This looks delicious. I always have shelled walnuts and pecans at home. I use them for cooking and baking but I also like to eat them.
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@LadyDuck (457413)
• Switzerland
2 Jul 21
@CarolDM It is true tat it is rich, but time by time does not hurt.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jul 21
@LadyDuck I agree. All in moderation.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
So good, rich but very good.
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@sallypup (57723)
• Centralia, Washington
30 Jun 21
I'm not sure how you halved the recipe .I'd have loved to had pecans when I was a kid though I would be chunkier than I am now if that had been the case.
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@sallypup (57723)
• Centralia, Washington
30 Jun 21
@CarolDM Have you read Truman Capote's short story about making fruitcakes? (It's also a movie.) We read it every year and cry every year.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
@sallypup I have not but it sounds like I should.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 Jun 21
My aunt lived close to pecan groves. We would go in car loads to pick them up as they fell on the ground.
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@Nakitakona (56302)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
You're young again. Your heart jumps for all those ole good memories. Be happy.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
I miss my Mom and all of my family. The memories keep my going every day.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
@Nakitakona But we have forever memories we carry with us.
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@Nakitakona (56302)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM I miss my parents too. I do love though they're strict and they belted me when I misbehaved but their love and care are immeasurable.
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@snowy22315 (169619)
• United States
1 Jul 21
I bet those are super yummy! Some of those old recipes are the best.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
Indeed they are.
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@1creekgirl (40411)
• United States
1 Jul 21
I sure wish I had two or three or more of those cookies!
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@1creekgirl (40411)
• United States
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM I can just imagine!
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
They are so rich and wonderful.
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• United States
1 Jul 21
My mouth is watering just looking at that picture. I'm glad you enjoyed your batch of those cookie bars and I'm sure it was wonderful reliving those memories. This weekend I'm going to be making my moms potato salad. Just looking at her hand-written recipe makes me smile
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
They are absolutely wonderful. I have not made them in years. Potato salad is another favorite. Those memories are the best.
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@just4him (305510)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
1 Jul 21
They look very good. Enjoy the little pleasures life gives you.
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@just4him (305510)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM You're welcome.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
Thanks! I agree.
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@Shiva49 (26191)
• Singapore
1 Jul 21
Memories are made of these. Looks delicious.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
You are so true, this took me back many years. And they are wonderful.
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@LindaOHio (155566)
• United States
1 Jul 21
Yum. I could go for some old fashioned chocolate chip cookies.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
So good!
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@DocAndersen (54413)
• United States
1 Jul 21
i would think that was a huge thing!!!
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
You are right, it really is huge. But so many take a recipe for granted. This is not just any recipe. Or just any memory. As I always say, one day we realize the little things are actually the big things.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
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@DocAndersen (54413)
• United States
1 Jul 21
@CarolDM that is simply amazing!
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@MarieCoyle (28222)
1 Jul 21
I love dark chocolate, especially with nuts. They look delicious. Sometimes, a person needs a nostalgic treat to retain memories and perspective.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
A perfect combination here.
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@prinzcy (32322)
• Malaysia
1 Jul 21
Looks really delicious!
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@Torunn (8609)
• Norway
1 Jul 21
I was thinking I didn't crave any chocolate today, but that pictures really made me "hungry". I might have to get something later today. They're also very nice and square. Mine always get a bit wonky
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@stanley777 (9402)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
That sounds very delicious.
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@rebelann (111076)
• El Paso, Texas
1 Jul 21
That does sound good. Would make a wonderful Christmas cookie.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
Yes we had these often at Christmas.
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@RasmaSandra (73198)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 Jul 21
They look very delicious, Nice to have recipes from times gone by,
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jul 21
They are wonderful. Such good memories.
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@janethwayne (5193)
• Philippines
1 Jul 21
love the toppings and I'm craving.
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