With dessert bars that vanish fast, you’ll have no trouble finding something delicious to make. These recipes are fuss-free, flavorful, and perfect for everything from quick lunches to lingering dinners. They’re the kind of meals that make cooking feel effortless.

Cheesecake Bars

Close-up of crumbly dessert squares with a cream filling, topped with bits of nuts. A red and white checkered cloth is in the background.
Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These cheesecake bars have a buttery, nutty crust topped with a cheesecake filling. A sprinkle of brown sugar and walnuts adds crunch to every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cheesecake Bars

Cherry Pie Bars

A square cherry pie bar drizzled with a vanilla glaze.
Cherry Pie Bars. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Buttery pie crust topped with cherries and a sweet glaze. Great for potlucks and picnics.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pie Bars

Strawberry Streusel Bars

Strawberry Streusel Bars on a tray.
Strawberry Streusel Bars. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Soft and chewy bottom, gooey, jammy center and crispy crumble topping make these Strawberry Streusel Bars perfect. Plus, they’re easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Streusel Bars

Peanut Butter Bars

A cooling rack with slices of bread and a bowl of caramel sauce.
Peanut Butter Bars. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These low carb, gluten free peanut butter bars are the perfect snack that doubles as a dessert. Thick, chewy and oh so satisfying!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Bars

Lemon Bars

Lemon bars with powdered sugar on a white plate.
Lemon Bars. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These Lemon Bars are a tangy and satisfying dessert that’s perfect for those on a ketogenic diet. With only six simple ingredients, they are easy to make, featuring a tangy lemon filling on top of a flaky crust, topped with powdered sweetener. Each bar contains only 3 net carbs, making them a smart choice for those watching their carb intake.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Bars

Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars

A person holding up a piece of Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars.
Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars. Photo credit: .

Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars bake up like magic. They are perfectly crunchy and deliciously sweet with layers of cookies, candy bars, and peanut butter chips.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars

Ice cream bars

Homemade ice cream bar dipped in chocolate on a plate being covered in peanuts with more ice cream bars around it.
Ice cream bars. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Treat yourself to these homemade ice cream bars are made with rich vanilla protein ice cream and coasted in a two-ingredient chocolate shell.
Get the Recipe: Ice cream bars

Paleo Lemon Bars

Three paleo lemon bars stacked with cut lemons around it and more behind them.
Paleo Lemon Bars. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Zesty in flavor and made with an almond flour crust. These paleo lemon bars are refreshing, easy to make and perfectly tart.
Get the Recipe: Paleo Lemon Bars

Cheesecake Bars

Close-up of crumbly dessert squares with a cream filling, topped with bits of nuts. A red and white checkered cloth is in the background.
Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These cheesecake bars have a buttery, nutty crust topped with a cheesecake filling. A sprinkle of brown sugar and walnuts adds crunch to every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars

Lemon cranberry cheesecake bars on a white plate.
Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Indulge in the perfect blend of tart and sweet with these Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars. A luscious layer of creamy cheesecake sits atop a buttery graham cracker crust, while a vibrant lemon cranberry topping adds a burst of fruity flavor. The vibrant red color makes these bars a delightful treat for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars

Peach Raspberry Bars

Peach raspberry bar cookies cut into squares.
Peach Raspberry Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Summer fruits are the best and these buttery Peach Raspberry Crumble Bars use two sweet and colorful fruits that combine to make an easy and delicious dessert bar.
Get the Recipe: Peach Raspberry Bars

Homemade Kit Kat Bars

Stack of chocolate-covered wafer cookies with visible layers, surrounded by chocolate chips and additional wafers.
Homemade Kit Kat Bars. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Create your own delicious Kit Kat bars at home with this easy recipe. The mouthwatering chocolate and vanilla wafer combo is irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Kit Kat Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

Stacked chocolate peanut butter crunch bars.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These homemade chocolate peanut butter crunch bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. They’re so easy to make and deliciously addictive.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

Graham Cracker Cookie Bars topped with m&m's.
Graham Cracker Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Graham Cracker Cookie Bars, with or without coconut, has a graham cracker crust topped with layers of ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Graham Cracker Cookie Bars

Pumpkin Bars

A slice of pumpkin bars on a plate.
Pumpkin Bars. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These Pumpkin Bars are a delightful treat, offering the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon. They are moist, flavorful, and perfect for those following a low-carb or diet. Ideal for enjoying year-round, not just in the fall, these bars are a hit with the entire family. The recipe is straightforward, allowing for an enjoyable baking experience.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Bars

Strawberry Shortcake Bars

A plate of no bake strawberry bars with a strawberry and green fork in the background.
Strawberry Shortcake Bars. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Want all the taste of strawberry shortcake with the convenience of a candy bar? Try this bar recipe that packs the flavor of a strawberry shortcake into the palm of your hand!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Spring Chocolate Bark with Edible Flowers

A rectangular dessert with a dark chocolate base is decorated with purple flowers, green leaves, and white dollops, placed on a white rectangular plate.
Spring Chocolate Bark with Edible Flowers. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Make spring chocolate bark with foraged edible flowers & greens. A simple way to use leftovers while embracing the fresh flavors of spring.
Get the Recipe: Spring Chocolate Bark with Edible Flowers

Three cinnamon sugar blondies stacked on a white plate, placed on a woven tray, with a cinnamon stick beside them.
Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

These Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet treat craving without all the rolling and chilling. Plus, they are soft, chewy, and still full of that cinnamon sugar flavor you love from this traditional cookie.
Get the Recipe: Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

Pecan bars on a baking sheet.
Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust have a buttery shortbread crust with layers of pecan pie flavors.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust

OMG Bars

Chocolate cookie bars on a cutting board.
OMG Bars. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

OMG Bars are a unique, low-carb treat that combine a chewy cookie crust, rich sauce, and a crunchy top layer of pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips. They are designed to be a versatile dessert, adaptable with various toppings like peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips. These bars are ideal for those following a diet, offering a delicious blend of flavors and textures in a single serving size.
Get the Recipe: OMG Bars

Mom’s Best Cheesecake Swirled Nutella Bars Recipe

Mom’s Best Cheesecake Swirled Nutella Bars Recipe. Photo credit: .

These cheesecake-swirled Nutella bars combine favorite flavors with simple ingredients, making them the perfect treat for Nutella lovers looking to use up items from their fridge and pantry.
Get the Recipe: Mom’s Best Cheesecake Swirled Nutella Bars Recipe

Slab Pecan Pie Bars

Pecan dessert squares stack on top of each other.
Slab Pecan Pie Bars. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Buttery shortbread crust and gooey caramel have a nutty topping of toasted pecans. So good and great for fall celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Slab Pecan Pie Bars

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