Bar Recipes

Cake mix hurries along the prep work for these yummy bars. Raspberry jam adds a pop of color and sweetness,...

Looking for a quick and easy way to transform plain old refrigerated cookie dough into something special enough for unexpected...

This elegant bar cookie is loaded with wonderful flavors and very easy to assemble. A nice extra touch is to...

Memories of lunchtime at school and my Aunt Shelly's kitchen come to mind when I bite into these sweet, chewy...

We created these delicious blondies to satisfy any health-conscious cook. Applesauce moistens the batter, while dried cranberries, white chips and...

I'm always looking for a great new cookie or bar to try, but I often return this tried-and-true recipe. My...

These low-cholesterol applesauce bars couldn’t be easier to make or better to eat! Applesauce creates a moist texture without the...

I had the most beautiful peaches and really wanted to bake with them. I started with my blueberry crumb bar...

I love to experiment with different recipes and combine classic and new flavors. I've been making this shortbread for over...

These coveted brownie bars are homey and chocolaty awesome. They've been a sought-after staple on Christmas cookie trays for years....

We’re all so busy and pressed for time. I find myself creating recipes that are fast to prepare and deliver...

Dress up a cookie plate with these old-fashioned spice bars full of raisins, molasses, cinnamon, ginger and nuts. Then dip...

Forget the hassle of homemade popcorn balls; these bars taste just fabulous without all the fuss! As added bonus, they’re...

“My mom created this wonderful dessert after tasting something similar,” writes Debbie Kersh in Springtown, Texas. The sweet bars boast...

Super healthy blueberries star in this family-favorite dessert. Can't find fresh blueberries? Frozen work just as well. —Michele Raines, Lyndonville,...

Easy-to-make bars from Margery Richmond in Fort Collins, Colorado are perfect family reunion fare! They hold up in hot weather,...

I always have the ingredients to put together these soft chewy bars. They have been a hit at many potlucks,...

—Dolores Skrout, Summerhill, Pennsylvania

These moist, rich bars get a small but satisfying crunch from pecans.

These rich bars are a hit with everyone who tries them. The moist, cake-like crust pairs well with the chewy...

Look at the lovely confection our Test Kitchen came up with when it combined cranberries, coconut and white chocolate! Colorful...

“This is my mom’s recipe and it’s a regular in our house. So easy and quick—it makes a wonderful treat...

Put a twist on traditional pumpkin pie with this recipe. It packs the spicy pumpkin flavor you love, but in...

I received this recipe from my sister-in-law, and it's been a big hit with our family. My husband and I...

There is one word for these bars—scrumptious! I once substituted peanut butter chips for the chocolate chips...they're wonderful that way,...

My mother taught me to make these rich, delicious bar cookies when I was young. Though I've tried many variations,...

This Hungarian pastry has always been a family favorite. The dough is rich and soft , and the layers of...

This dessert is an all-time favorite at our house. Since it freezes well, you can make it ahead of time...

These rich bar cookies will melt in your mouth! They’re ideal to have on hand for a snack. —Pauline Schrag,...