I asked my mom to send me a picture of the original recipe card for these bars and it was coated with vanilla stains and probably a bit of sticky residue from Karo syrup. The pen had nearly faded the instructions.

These bars have been a family favorite every Christmas. They were originally titled “Jody Bellotte Bars” and then my mom scratched her name out and added “Beverly’s Bars”. And now, I’ve changed it for a third time to “Michele’s bars” as an ode to my mother.

We were stationed at Vandenberg (CA) at the time these bars entered our lives (nearly 25 years ago) and I couldn’t pick Jody or Beverly out of a line up — so Michele’s Bars it is. I hope you try them and if they turn out disgraceful, you can go ahead and tell Jody. In all seriousness, I hope you and yours have a very Merry Christmas including lots of time baking, cooking, or partaking with those you love.  

Printable Michele’s Bars Recipe