Author: Marvo

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Brach’s Peanut Butter Cup Candy Corn

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Brach's Peanut Butter Cup Candy Corn

Each piece has chocolate- and peanut butter-flavored layers. But candy corn has three layers. So what does the third layer taste like? (Spotted at RiteAid by Dana, who also reviewed it.)

If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you’ve tried the product, share your thoughts about it in the comments.

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SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 7/27/2015

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Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Justin's Snack Packs (Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Blend, Maple Almond Butter, and Classic Almond Butter)

Justin’s Snack Packs (Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Blend, Maple Almond Butter, and Classic Almond Butter)

Snack packs in sustainable packaging! (Spotted by David at Target.)

Balance Bites (Chocolate and Peanut Butter)

Balance Bites (Chocolate and Peanut Butter)

I want to call these Balance Balls and giggle…because I have the mind of a 10-year-old. (Spotted by Sylvia at Ralphs.)

Cream of Wheat Instant To-Go

Cream of Wheat and Cream of Rice Instant To-Go

Welcome to Spotted on Shelves, Cream of Rice! I guess there hasn’t been much innovation with instant rice hot cereals. (Spotted by Amanda at Target.)

Archer Farms Multigrain Oatmeal Cups

Archer Farms Multigrain Oatmeal Cups

Apple streusel walnut oatmeal…normal. Blueberry muffin …normal. Maple brown sugar with almonds oatmeal…normal. Chai spice oatmeal…not normal. (Spotted by Amanda at Target.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you’re wondering if we’ve already covered something, search our Flickr photos or use the Google Search box on the right (or below if you’re on a mobile device) to find out.

FAST FOOD NEWS: Jack in the Box Spicy Nacho Chicken Sandwich Munchie Meal

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Jack in the Box Spicy Nacho Chicken

There’s a new item joining the Chick-N-Tater Melt, Hella-peño Burger, and Stacked Grilled Cheese Burger on Jack in the Box’s late night Munchie Meal menu. The Spicy Nacho Chicken Sandwich features Jack’s spicy crispy chicken topped with onion rings, jalapeño slices, and melted nacho cheese on sourdough bread.

Like all Munchie Meals, the sandwich comes with two tacos, Halfsie fries, and a small drink for $6 at participating locations during late night hours. The meal is also available for $8 during regular hours at participating locations.

The Spicy Nacho Chicken Sandwich Munchie Meal has 1530 calories, 722 calories from fat, 80 grams of fat, 14 grams of saturated fat, 1 gram of trans fat, 82 milligrams of cholesterol, 3239 milligrams of sodium, 155 grams of carbohydrates, 13 grams of fiber, 9 grams of sugar, and 48 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via Jack in the Box website)

FAST FOOD NEWS: Jack in the Box Portobello Mushroom Buttery Jack

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Portobello Mushroom Buttery Jack

Update: We reviewed it! Click here to read our review.

Jack in the Box has added a mushroom and swiss variety to their line of Buttery Jack burgers.

The Portobello Mushroom Buttery Jack features a juicy 1/4 lb. signature beef patty topped with melted garlic herb butter, Portobello mushrooms, buttery grilled onions, Swiss cheese, and peppercorn mayo on a gourmet signature bun.

The burger has 807 calories, 462 calories from fat, 51 grams of fat, 23 grams of saturated fat, 2 grams of trans fat, 128 milligrams of cholesterol, 1081 milligrams of sodium, 51 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of fiber, 12 grams of sugar, and 38 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via Jack in the Box)

FAST FOOD NEWS: Arby’s Loaded Italian

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Arby s Loaded Italian Sandwich

Here’s the long list of ingredients in Arby’s new Loaded Italian sandwich.

Pepperoni.

Salami.

Swiss cheese.

Banana peppers.

Roast ham.

Red wine vinaigrette.

Red onions.

Tomatoes.

Lettuce.

Garlic Aioli.

Toasted Italian roll.

Love.

Okay, love isn’t included. But even without love, it’s still a long list.

The Loaded Italian has 630 calories, 36 grams of fat, 12 grams of saturated fat, 0.5 grams of trans fat, 95 milligrams of cholesterol, 2470 milligrams of sodium, 47 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, 5 grams of sugar, 31 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via Arby’s website)