Bar Recipes

Dessert bars are the ultimate treat—they're quick, easy and are made even better with lots of chocolate.

From pecans to pistachios, pine nuts to peanuts, we've got all the crunchy nut bar recipes you could ever need.

Summer isn’t summer without a banana split or two, and these fun bars bring that same delicious flavor in potluck-perfect...

These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam....

These decadent brownies and bars are downright delicious—and hand-held, too, making them the perfect portable potluck treat!

Your sweet tooth is no match for these decadent dessert bars.

Get ready for your next outdoor get-together. These summer dessert bars will satisfy everyone's sweet cravings with seasonal ingredients and...

A surefire hit at potlucks and parties, these top-rated recipes for dessert bars are an easy and fun way to...

I'm always impressed with working moms who make nutritious snacks for their kids. I love Jennifer Garner, and when I...

Put these beauties out at a potluck and you’ll find only crumbs on your platter when it’s time to head...

Can't choose between chocolate and vanilla cheesecake? Have both when you make this bar recipe with two distinct layers. —Andrea...

These bars are a variation on the fabulous cinnamon almond biscotti that my mother and grandmother always made for the...

My favorite way to enjoy these bars is to eat one while sitting on the porch with an iced tea...

Looking for a sweet treat? Check out these fruit-filled dessert and cookie bars that are perfect for that sweet...

The buttery crust and crumb topping plus the creamy pumpkin filling make this a popular dessert at potlucks. Try it...

—Dolores Skrout, Summerhill, Pennsylvania

These chunky, chewy squares are a feast for the eyes. Malted milk flavor coats this treat from top to bottom....

A fruity filling and fluffy coconut topping truly make these strawberry oatmeal bars one of a kind. They really dress...

These pecan pie bars are the perfect little gift. Send your favorite holiday travelers on their way with a package...

At 102, I still love to bake. I make these bars in my toaster oven for my fellow residents at...

For a satisfying snack that's both soft and crispy, try this recipe. These bars are a tempting, nutritious treat.—Virgina M...

I take this dessert to work for Friday pick-me-ups. It's one of my favorite yellow cake bar recipes. I love...

Pumpkin pie and cheesecake go together perfectly in these bars. They are absolutely delightful and easy to make. —Sharon Kurtz,...

I take these quick and easy treats to church meetings, potlucks and housewarming parties. I often make a double batch...

I always double this recipe so everyone gets a piece. For a glaze with deeper flavor, use 1 ounce unsweetened...

When my children were young, they loved this apple dessert—and they still do 45 years later! I like it served...

I put three recipes together to make these amazing bars that really satisfy the sweet tooth. —Romagene Deuel, Clarkston, Michigan

—Margaret Jelinek, Wrentham, Massachusetts

Fans of cheesecake will love these bite-sized desserts. Crunchy and smooth, they're perfect for the holidays—or any other time.—Judi Oudekerk,...