Bar Recipes

There’s nothing easier or more satisfying than a good par recipe. Try our takes on the classic lemon bar, pumpkin bar, cookie bar and more.

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    Toffee Cheesecake Bars

    24 reviews

    These melt-in-your-mouth treats are absolutely delicious, and everyone will want seconds. A must for Christmas gift giving. No one would...


    Gluten-Free Kahlua Dessert

    4 reviews

    Whether you eat a gluten-free diet or not, you'll delight in every bite of this creamy treat that's accented with...


    Chewy Salted Peanut Bars

    6 reviews

    My rich bars are studded with the all-American peanut. I like to think famed peanut farmer Jimmy Carter would approve....


    Chocolate Macaroon Bars

    3 reviews

    Here's a nice Christmas treat that takes very little effort. The classic combination of chocolate and coconut is timeless.—Loraine Meyer,...


    Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    4 reviews

    Enjoy this holiday dessert without worrying about calories. Plus it is so luscious that no one will guess that it...


    Raspberry & Chocolate Shortbread Bars

    1 review

    A very long time ago, when I was a child, I decided that chocolate and raspberries was a combination made...


    Chewy Cranberry Pecan Bars

    7 reviews

    I've been making these for several years as I really enjoy the combination of flavors and the relative ease of...


    Honey-Pecan Squares

    20 reviews

    When we left Texas to head north, a neighbor gave me so many pecans from his trees that my trunk...

    Mango Getaway Bars

    3 reviews

    I’ve always enjoyed the flavor of mango, so I created this recipe to feature the sweet tropical fruit. —Patricia Harmon,...


    Pine Nut Caramel Shortbread

    3 reviews

    “I have a love affair with pine nuts and decided to use them in place of pecans in a friend’s...


    Yummy Cookie Bars

    7 reviews

    I received this recipe from a special co-worker at school, and it is always a huge success when I make...


    Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

    6 reviews

    My family's love of raspberries and cheesecake make this a perfect dessert for us. The luscious treat is best eaten...


    Caramel-Pecan Dream Bars

    16 reviews

    These ooey-gooey cake bars that pull ever so gently from the pan and hold a firm cut are a baker’s...


    South Dakota Frito Treats

    18 reviews

    Yep, they’re made with corn chips, but don’t let that fool you. These salty sweets were a staple after meetings...


    Apple Streusel Bars

    2 reviews

    I made these delicious bars for a friend's birthday once and now he requests them every year! They have a...


    Toffee Turtle Squares

    9 reviews

    Here's an easy way to make turtle candies for a big group. These bars are very rich, so a little...


    Coconut-Pineapple Rhubarb Bars

    1 review

    I make this crunchy, buttery dessert bar with homegrown rhubarb. For an added attraction, serve it warm with frozen yogurt...

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    Humble Bumble Crumble Bars

    2 reviews

    While developing a treat for my bingo group, I asked my husband for ideas. He suggested a fruity bar. This...


    Holiday Almond Bars

    10 reviews

    This fast, delicious dessert always makes an appearance during our Christmas celebrations.—Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa


    Raspberry Oat Bars

    1 review

    These sweet, fruity bars are wonderful with hot coffee or cold milk for a snack or afternoon treat. —Nourse Farms,...


    Apricot Date Squares

    3 reviews

    Memories of her mom's fruity date bars inspired Shannon Koene of Blacksburg, Virginia to create this wonderful recipe. “I've had...


    Makeover Frosted Banana Bars

    25 reviews

    I've made these banana bars many times, always with favorable comments and requests for the recipe. With this makeover, you...


    Coconut Graham Bars

    8 reviews

    My mom called these bars 'Out of this World bars'. The richness goes over well at any get-together.—Patty Van Zyl,...

    Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

    9 reviews

    My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut...


    Blueberry Walnut Bars

    32 reviews

    With power-packing oats, walnuts and blueberries, kids aren't the only ones that are going to love this sweet treat. Health-minded...


    Makeover Oatmeal Bars

    20 reviews

    These delicious bars are even more moist and chewier than the original recipe, but with all the old-fashioned oatmeal flavor...


    Chocolate Scotcheroos

    8 reviews

    This chocolate scotcheroos recipe was given to me by one of my students at school. It has become one of...


    Makeover Peanut Butter Bars

    10 reviews

    Lighter in calories and fat, these ooey-gooey peanut butter bars are still family favorites. Try them and you'll see why!...


    Peanutty Candy Bars

    12 reviews

    These chewy, gooey bars surely won't last long. Good thing they're quick and easy to make!—Mary Schmittinger, Colgate, Wisconsin