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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    Glazed Ginger Bars

    5 reviews

    I can’t think of the holidays without these luscious bars. The scent and flavor of ginger are just right for...


    Raspberry Linzer Bars

    5 reviews

    Even though this dessert feels a little sophisticated, it puts a childlike grin on everyone who tastes it. — Holly...


    Fruitcake Bars

    4 reviews

    "This recipe has been a family favorite for years," tells Terry Mercede of Danbury, Connecticut. "People who declare they won't...


    Coconut Pecan Blondies

    6 reviews

    Here's a classic white chocolate brownie that I've entered in the state fair and frequently made for the men I...


    Pumpkin Walnut Squares

    7 reviews

    My mother-in-law handed this pumpkin bar recipe down as a surefire way to keep my husband happy during the holidays....


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    Chocolate-Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    11 reviews

    I created this by taking my favorite cheesecake brownie recipe, which is about 40 years old, and kicking it up...


    Blueberry Squares

    21 reviews

    I've made these easy berry squares for many, many years and they never fail to bring raves from people of...


    Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake Bars

    4 reviews

    My family loves everything cheesecake. These bars combine tart cranberries and rich cream cheese, and taste even better when chilled...

    Peanut Butter Oat Bars

    4 reviews

    With their yummy chocolate and butterscotch topping, these chewy bars are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! Since the recipe...


    Peanut Butter S’mores Bars

    10 reviews

    When I give these as gifts, they’re gone in a flash! I make them ahead when it’s convenient because they...


    Hungarian Strawberry Pastry Bars

    2 reviews

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


    Fudge-Nut Oatmeal Bars

    2 reviews

    Writes Kim Stoller of Smithville, Ohio, "When I make these bars for lunches and snacks, they're gone in a jiffy!"


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    Pumpkin Delight Magic Bars

    8 reviews

    My mother never wrote down her delightful recipes, so I created this recipe as a holiday tribute to her. They're...


    Makeover Cream Cheese Streusel Bars

    4 reviews

    With an oh-so-chocolaty crust, a crispy, crunchy topping and soft cream cheese filling, these delectable bars are over-the-top indulgent. —Janet...


    Banana Bars with Orange Frosting

    12 reviews

    I've been making these banana bars with orange frosting for years. They're always a hit at family get-togethers and parties....


    Fudgy Oatmeal Bars

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


    Golden M&M’s Bars

    16 reviews

    Our family loves to take drives, and I often bring these M&M cookie bars along for snacking in the car....

    Napoleon Cremes

    3 reviews

    For the annual Christmas open house we host, I set out a buffet with lots of food and candies like...


    Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    14 reviews

    This recipe caught my eye and was extremely popular at the annual Christmas party sponsored by our Extension Homemakers. It's...


    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...


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    Peanut Caramel Brownie Bites

    8 reviews

    With their multiple decadent layers, these brownies are my family's absolute favorite. —Ella Agans, Birch Tree, Missouri


    Maple-Glazed Cinnamon Chip Bars

    7 reviews

    When I make these, the kitchen smells like Christmas. Cinnamon chips add fabulous flavor to the bars, and the maple...


    Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

    15 reviews

    This soft, chewy oatmeal breakfast bar recipe features a hint of orange marmalade for a fun change of pace from...

    Chocolate Salted Caramel Bars

    7 reviews

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


    Honey Oatmeal Granola Bars

    7 reviews

    My husband and I enjoy these honey oatmeal granola bars every day. It’s a basic recipe to which you can...


    Lemon Oat Bars

    2 reviews

    A sweet oat mixture does double-duty as crust and topping for these refreshing lemon bars from Margaret Scoresby of Mosinee,...


    Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

    20 reviews

    I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two favorite...


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    Cherry Bars

    131 reviews

    Whip up a pan of these festive bars in just 20 minutes with staple ingredients and cherry pie filling. Between...


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    Granola-To-Go Bars

    41 reviews

    This grab & go goodie makes a hearty snack for a long day out. Chewy and sweet, these fruity bars...