Competitors in this category could have only two ingredients: peanuts and salt.

And in this case, simple is sublime.

One sampler called Smucker’s “sweet, salty and nutty.”

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Or, as another put it, “perfect.”

It also won points with the panel for its thickness and soft texture.

Arnold delivers the goods, along with a hearty, moist texture.

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Carb lovers were pleased with the fluffy factor.

We second that: A stick’s 6 g protein speed muscle recovery.

Testers loved the not-too-salty, “fresh from the oven and just carved” flavor.

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“It’s delicious and moist,” a tester commented.

“It doesn’t even need bread.”

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