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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    Pear Custard Bars

    17 reviews

    When I take this crowd-pleasing treat to a potluck, I come home with an empty pan every time. Cooking and...


    Peach Cake

    10 reviews

    I first tasted this cake about 15 years ago when a dear aunt brought it to a family reunion. I...


    Raisin Cinnamon Bars

    3 reviews

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


    Chocolate Raspberry Squares

    10 reviews

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


    Butterscotch Cashew Bars

    8 reviews

    I knew these nutty bars were a success when I took them on our annual family vacation. My husband couldn't...


    Apricot Squares

    3 reviews

    I remember my mom making these fruity bars for PTA meetings when I was in elementary school more than 40...


    Sour Cream Apple Squares

    7 reviews

    Mom and I formulated this recipe back in the '50s after visiting a friend's farm where they made the most...


    Chocolate Peanut Squares

    22 reviews

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

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    Chocolate Buttermilk Squares

    7 reviews

    Every time I take these squares to a potluck, my pan comes back clean. At home, they vanish as fast...


    Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars

    2 reviews

    If you're looking for a fun snack for kids, try this chewy peanut butter popcorn recipe that have a mild...


    Peanut Bars

    5 reviews

    With peanut butter in both the batter and frosting, plus chopped nuts sprinkled on top, these treats have triple the...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Treats

    12 reviews

    We love these peanut butter Rice Krispie Treats chock-full of creamy peanut butter and sweet chocolate. No one can eat...


    Chocolate Mincemeat Bars

    1 review

    What would the holidays be without mincemeat for dessert? Even people who say they don’t care for the taste will...


    No-Bake Cereal Cookie Bars

    1 review

    We pull out all the goodies for these chewy bars, like raisins and coconut. For more color, sprinkle on the...


    Oatmeal Apricot Squares

    4 reviews

    Easy to prepare and designed to make a small amount, these squares are a marvelous blend of flavors. It's a...


    Granola Cereal Bars

    6 reviews

    These sweet peanut butter bars are perfect for breakfast, dessert or anytime as a quick snack. You can add raisins...


    Rustic Nut Bars

    15 reviews

    My friends love crunching into the crust—so much like shortbread—and the wildly nutty topping of these chewy, gooey bars. —Barbara...

    Cherry Oat Bars

    3 reviews

    The addition of dried cherries and cherry preserves make these homemade granola bars a hit with all who try them....


    Banana Nut Bars

    8 reviews

    My sister gave me this recipe, which is always in demand with family, friends and co-workers. It's amazing how fast...


    Salted Peanut Chews

    21 reviews

    I took these great treats to an evening reunion. They disappeared fast, and soon people were asking for the recipe....


    Chocolate-Glazed Almond Bars

    5 reviews

    With a moist almond filling and a flaky golden crust, these bars are sure to be the perfect dessert for...


    Fudgy Mint Squares

    7 reviews

    I've had this recipe since I was in junior high school. No one can resist the fudgy brownie base, cool...


    Frosted Peanut Butter Bars

    13 reviews

    These sweet, chewy peanut butter bars are a great no-fuss treat to bring to a potluck or bake sale. A...

    Tiramisu Nanaimo Bars

    2 reviews

    I love Tiramisu. After tasting Nanaimo Bars at a local bakery, I decided to combine them with the flavors of...


    No-Bake Cereal Bars

    32 reviews

    With two kinds of cereal and peanut butter, these bars taste almost like candy. —Pauline Christiansen, Columbus, Kansas


    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...


    Butterfinger Cookie Bars

    13 reviews

    My boys went through a phase where they loved Butterfingers. We made Butterfinger shakes, muffins, cookies and experimented with different...


    Pecan Pie Bars for a Crowd

    31 reviews

    I love to cook large quantities and do most of the cooking for our church functions. People seem to enjoy...


    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,...