What are Snickers Almond Brownie Squares?
Following last year’s Peanut Brownie Squares, this Snickers bar features brownie filling, almonds, and a layer of caramel enrobed in a dark chocolate coating.
How are they?
Snickers Almond Brownie Squares are the brand’s second candy bar/brownie mash-up. Although I had tried the Peanut variety, I couldn’t remember much about it, which isn’t an indictment of the product’s quality as much as a wake-up call that I eat so much chocolate I can’t keep it all straight.
Once I tried the Almond Brownie Squares, the memories came flooding back: neat little chocolate squares! Luscious caramel! A soft, rich brownie filling! Together, the ingredients form a tasty treat that reminds me of eyeing a pan of freshly baked brownies, agonizing over whether I want a corner or an edge piece.
The two variables of this bar are the dark chocolate coating and the almonds. Compared to the milk chocolate in the Peanut variety, this bar’s dark chocolate is a better complement to the rich brownie center. It adds just a bit of bitterness that rounds out the very sweet caramel and super chocolate-y brownie.
(Side note: Although the brownie filling looks like a baked dessert, don’t be fooled: it is actually confectionary, somewhat nougat-like. Although the brownie flavor is spot-on, the composition and texture of this bar are not pastry-like.)
Almond pieces are embedded within the brownie filling, but I wish there were more. They are small and scant, adding little texture and flavor. I recognize that nuts are rarely the star of baked brownies, where they are often reserved for topping anyway. But here, they get too lost in the luxury of the chocolate candy.
Anything else you need to know?
I could only find the share size, but Snickers Almond Brownie Squares will also be available in singles and stand-up pouches.
Conclusion:
Dark chocolate and soft brownie filling are a chocolate match made in Snickers heaven, but the almond component is lackluster. Dark chocolate fans or lovers of the Peanut Brownie Squares will enjoy this latest creation, but those who believe a brownie isn’t a brownie without nuts may be happier at a bake sale.
Purchased Price: $1.48
Size: 2.52 oz (4 squares)
Purchased at: Walmart
Rating: 7 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: (per 1/2 package – 2 squares) 180 calories, 9 grams of fat, 4.5 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, less than 5 milligrams of cholesterol, 90 milligrams of sodium, 23 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 18 grams of sugar, and 2 grams of protein.
Found the Peanut Brownie Squares kinda underwhelming, so you’ve given us some (partial) new hope! Dark chocolate seems like an improvement, but lackluster almonds is cause for sadness and lament. Why make an Almond Brownie Square and then skimp out on the new star of the show?
good observations on the description of the brownie part! i haven’t found the almond ones yet, but when i had the peanut variety i recall thinking that the brownie tasted like you got a brownie sundae at restaurant for desert and at most of the ice cream and brought the rest home and the ended up with a rich soft brownie soaked in ice cream & caramel, cooled and firm. i quite liked them.
I like almond flavor but not the nuts so I’ll likely try these candies if I can find them. I love dark chocolate so I’m looking forward to it, I like the peanut ones fine but wouldn’t have had the perception to realize the brownie is nougat like. That is true though now you’ve pointed it out. It’s good.