Not bad, but would be better if the vanilla pudding mix were changed for custard powder instead. The best bars have a filling with a texture almost like high quality fudge, and they are so sweet they almost make your teeth hurt. My mother has been making these since we lived in England (late '40's-early '50's) under the name "Miracle Bars".

This bar cookie has been a traditional Christmas cookie in my family for some time (since the 50's) - still being made today by myself and my daughter. I bring these to holiday gatherings as well - quite a hit and requests for recipe never fails. The second layer with vanilla pudding I use 1/2 c. butter [1 cube] and a little more powdered sugar - making the middle layer very rich. I also use pecans - as walnuts tend to have a greater scale of people who are allergic.