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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    Blueberry Bars

    Our three sons like these bars so much that after they were married, each of my daughters-in-law asked for the...


    German Chocolate Bars

    "My mom gave me this recipe at Christmas when I wanted to make something different and yummy for gifts," notes...


    Rich Cheesecake Bars

    I take turns with some of the ladies at church to provide coffee time snacks for adult Bible class and...


    Coconut Cranberry Bars

    "I begged a neighbor for the recipe after tasting these yummy bars at a coffee she hosted," recalls Dolly McDonald...


    Raisin Cinnamon Bars

    I've been making these simple iced bars for more than 40 years. They're easy to prepare for dessert or as...


    Oatmeal Raisin Bars

    These soft and chewy old-fashioned oatmeal raisin bars are sweet yet satiating, the ideal afternoon snack when you need a...


    Rhubarb Icebox Dessert

    A light and fluffy marshmallow layer tops the tart rhubarb filling in this delicious make-ahead recipe. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota


    Cinnamon Coffee Bars

    "I've made these bars for more than 40 years, and they're still a favorite," writes Marylou Crouch from Granite Falls,...

    Chocolate Ribbon Bars

    No one will be able to eat just one of Gail Wiese's yummy Chocolate Ribbon Bars, full of butterscotch, peanut...


    Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

    This chewy treat from Alice McVey of Evansville, Indiana is full of goodies like marshmallows, raisins, chocolate chips and sunflower...


    Kiwi Dessert Squares

    Be ready to share the recipe for this do-ahead dessert for a large group. It's a real eyecatcher with taste...


    Lemon Oat Bars

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


    Streusel Rhubarb Dessert

    This old-fashioned dessert has a sweet crumb topping and pleasantly tart rhubarb filling that guests are sure to love. Shelley...


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    Lavender Lemon Bars

    Hints of lavender and lemon zest in the crust make these treats a favorite. —Judith Hilinski, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio


    Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

    If these bars have been refrigerated for more than 1 hour, let them stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Freeze.


    Chunky Pecan Bars

    Hazel Baldner of Austin, Minnesota says most folds can't eat just one of these rich gooey bars. "They taste just...


    Candy Bar Cookie Squares

    "Be prepared...these disappear fast!" says Amy Voights of Brodhead, Wisconsin. Her sweets feature chunks of Snickers bars and use a...

    Oatmeal Date Bars

    Treat yourself to sweet and simple oatmeal date bars that are ready in just 40 minutes.


    Sour Cream Cranberry Bars

    A filling made with dried cranberries is layered between a buttery crust and a golden crumb topping in these flavorful...


    Homemade Chewy Granola Bars

    "Our children are now grown and gone, but they always look forward to eating these chocolaty treats when they come...


    Rich Chocolate Cake Bars

    "These cake-like brownies work well for large gathering and are quick to make," notes Kathy Kittell of Lenexa, Kansas.


    Raspberry Jam Bars

    My Grandmother Addie made these bars for family picnics and enjoyed watching her grandchildren try to resist them. But all...


    Cranberry Bog Bars

    Sweet and chewy, these fun bars combine the flavors of oats, cranberries, brown sugar and pecans. I like to sprinkle...

    Lemon-Lime Bars

    Lemon-lime bars play up the intoxicating sourness we crave from truly citrusy desserts. The confectioners’ sugar topping balances everything so...


    Chocolate Peanut Squares

    If you're a fan of peanut butter cups, you'll enjoy these two-layer treats. A slightly crunchy graham cracker and peanut...


    Contest-Winning Pecan Caramel Bars

    My co-workers request these sweet bars all the time, so I make sure to take some for our group lunches...


    Pear Bar Cookies

    When you're in the mood for bars that are a little bit different, bake these spiced goodies featuring mellow pears...


    Chocolate-Drizzled Cherry Bars

    I've been making bars since I was in third grade, but these are special. I bake them for the church...


    Chocolate Almond Bars

    Loaded with almond flavor, these chewy bars are one of my husband's favorite sweet treats.