"montygram" > wrote in message
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>I looked at the ingredients, but there was nothing really notable, and
> yet the smell of them is very strong. It says natural and artificial
> flavors, so does anyone know how you would go about getting a similar
> smell/taste? I realize that plenty of sugar is needed, and there is a
> well-baked aroma too, but there's got to be something else. It doesn't
> seem to be vanilla, because I've made similar "treats" with vanilla and
> they were very different.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>

anise(?) if it's the one I'm thinking of