46 Contest-Winning Brownies & Bars

Read Time: 16 mins

46 Contest-Winning Brownies & Bars2/46 Coffee ‘n’ Cream Brownies 18 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Coffee ‘n’ Cream Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend gave me the recipe for these rich cakelike brownies topped with a creamy coffee-enhanced filling and a chocolate glaze. I like to garnish each square with a coffee bean. —Michelle Tiemstra, Lacombe, Alberta 3/46 Chunky Blond Brownies 25 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chunky Blond Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings

It’s a potluck offering that stands out

2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every bite of these chewy blondies is packed with chunks of white and semisweet chocolate and macadamia nuts. It’s a potluck offering that stands out. —Rosemary Dreiske, Lemmon, South Dakota 4/46 Rhubarb Custard Bars 157 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Rhubarb Custard Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Once I tried these rich, gooey bars, I just had to have the recipe so I could make them for my family and friends. The

I also love home-style recipes, including these yummy brownies

shortbreadlike crust and the rhubarb and custard layers inspire people to find rhubarb that they can use to fix a batch for themselves. —Shari Roach, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin 5/46 Ultimate Double Chocolate Brownies 81 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Ultimate Double Chocolate Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As someone who grew up in the country, I love getting out into nature whenever I can. I also love home-style recipes, including these yummy brownies. —Carol Prewett, Cheyenne, Wyoming 6/46 Strawberry-Lime Bars 1 Review Contest

A neighbor brought over a pan of these rich

Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry-Lime Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our family loves fresh strawberries, so I look for different ways to use them. This tempting, yummy dessert has sweet strawberries, tart lime and salty pretzels. —Alexandra Barnett, Forest, Virginia 7/46 Frosted Brownies 66 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Frosted Brownies Recipe photo by Lauren Habermehl for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A neighbor brought over a pan of these rich

fudge brownies along with the recipe when I came home from the hospital with our baby daughter. I asked her how to make brownie frosting like that, and I’ve made them ever since for family occasions, potlucks and parties at work. —Sue Soderlund, Elgin, Illinois 8/46 Raspberry Crumble Bars 31 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Raspberry Crumble Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To give these fresh, fruity bars even more crunch, add a sprinkling of nuts to the yummy crumb topping.

Everyone will want to indulge

Everyone will want to indulge. —Leanna M. Thorne, Lakewood, Colorado 9/46 Snickerdoodle Blondies 37 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Snickerdoodle Blondies Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 20 bars Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When asked to bring a dessert for my boys’ football team to share, I whipped up these unique blondies and was instantly named “the greatest mom” by all. —Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California 10/46 Mint Brownies 46 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Mint Brownies Recipe photo by Melissa Patterson for Taste of Home Total

Time 50 min Servings 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Time 50 min Servings 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One of the best things about this recipe is that these mint chocolate brownies get moister if you leave them in the refrigerator for a day or two. The problem at our house is no one can leave them alone for that long! —Helen Baines, Elkton, Maryland 11/46 Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Besides, the indulgent cream cheese

Creator: I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania 12/46 Oreo Brownies 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cookies & Cream Brownies Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You won’t want to frost these brownies, since the marbled top is too pretty to cover up. Besides, the indulgent cream cheese

layer makes them taste as if they’re already frosted

layer makes them taste as if they’re already frosted. The crushed cookies add extra chocolate flavor and a fun crunch. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon 13/46 Lemon Bars 75 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Bars Recipe photo by Leticia Almeida for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delightful lemon bar recipe is from my mother’s file. I’ve been serving it for many years. They has a wonderful tangy flavor, and they’re always a hit. The color and shape make them a nice addition to a platter of cookies. —Etta

My husband and I are wheat and cattle farmers and we have three children

Soucy, Mesa, Arizona 14/46 Oatmeal Brownies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Fudgy Oatmeal Bars Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this recipe from my sister-in-law, and it’s been a big hit with our family. My husband and I are wheat and cattle farmers and we have three children. 15/46 Banana Squares 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 12-16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When we were first married, my

husband was in the Navy

husband was in the Navy. Stationed in Puerto Rico, we had banana trees growing in our yard, so I found ways to use dozens of ripe bananas at a time. I made these banana squares often. They freeze well and make a great snack to have on hand when friends drop in for coffee. —Susan Miller, Raleigh, North Carolina 16/46 Blueberry Lattice Bars 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Lattice Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Since our area has an annual blueberry

These lovely bars won a blue ribbon one year

festival, my daughters and I are always looking for amazing new recipes to enter in the cooking contest. These lovely bars won a blue ribbon one year. —Debbie Ayers, Baileyville, Maine 17/46 Frosted Brownie Pizza 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s impossible to eat just one piece of this dessert pizza with a chewy, chocolaty crust, creamy peanut butter frosting and mouthwatering sweet and crunchy toppings. It’s warmly received wherever I take it. —Paula Riehl, Boise, Idaho 18/46 Seven-Layer Cookies 1

You can cut this recipe in half and make it in an 8×8-in

Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Seven-Layer Cookies Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The addition of dulce de leche makes this a decadent new take on traditional seven-layer bars. You can cut this recipe in half and make it in an 8×8-in. pan. —Andrea Barlow, Hot Springs, Arkansas 19/46 Cherry Coconut Treats 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My great-grandmother created this recipe more than 100 years

ago, so these tasty bites have appeared at many family parties

ago, so these tasty bites have appeared at many family parties. If you’re preparing these for the holidays, make them festive by using both red and green maraschino cherries. —Anne Mullen, Windsor, Ontario 20/46 Banana Split Brownies 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Banana Split Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: How’s this for a dish? All the joy of a banana split without the mess. Everything in this recipe fits into one pan of delectable brownie bars. —Constance Sheckler, Chestertown, Maryland

It’s a hit at home, too – my husband rates it as one of his favorite desserts

21/46 Cherry Chewbilees 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cherry Chewbilees Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a good dish to carry to potlucks and parties. It’s a hit at home, too – my husband rates it as one of his favorite desserts. —Debbi Smith, Crossett, Arkansas 22/46 Cappuccino Cake Brownies 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cappuccino Cake Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 bars Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

⭐ Expert Tips

• Include seasonal or trendy variations to keep your meals exciting.

• Highlight prep shortcuts or time-saving techniques for busy cooks.

• Consider dietary restrictions and include substitution suggestions.

✅ Key Takeaways

• These dinner ideas are perfect for impressing guests or enjoying special occasions.

• Choose recipes that match your skill level and available kitchen tools.

• Presentation and taste both contribute to a memorable dining experience.

📣 Join Our Community