33 Ooey-Gooey Dessert Bar Recipes

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33 Ooey-Gooey Dessert Bar Recipes2/33 Lemon-Lime Bars 15 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Lemon-Lime Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe 3/33 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 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

they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania 4/33 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. —Leanna M. Thorne, Lakewood, Colorado 5/33 Gooey Chocolate-Peanut Bars 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go

Everyone will want this recipe

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college kids looking for something from home. Everyone will want this recipe. —Elaine Grimme, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 6/33 Broadway Brownie Bars 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Broadway Brownie Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I named these dessert bars for Broadway because they’re a hit every time I serve them. I especially like to make them as a gift

for anyone with a sweet tooth!

for anyone with a sweet tooth! —Anne Frederick, New Hartford, New York 7/33 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 8/33 Butterfinger Cookie Bars 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 32 bars Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My

boys went through a phase where they loved Butterfingers

boys went through a phase where they loved Butterfingers. We made Butterfinger shakes, muffins, cookies and experimented with different bars; this one was voted the best of the bunch. Make sure you have an extra candy bar on hand because it’s hard to resist a nibble or two while you’re chopping. —Barbara Leighty, Simi Valley, California 9/33 Minty Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always looked forward to my grandma’s gooey rich cream cheese bars while I was growing up. This version includes mint,

which is one of my favorite flavor add-ins

which is one of my favorite flavor add-ins. —Jill Lutz, Woodbury, Minnesota 10/33 Humble Bumble Crumble Bars 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While developing a treat for my bingo group, I asked my husband for ideas. He suggested a fruity bar. This berry bar is lightly sweet and so easy. —Nancy Phillips, Portland, Maine 11/33 Chocolate Maple Bars 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Maple Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe

These bars are delicious!

From the Recipe Creator: My family runs a maple syrup operation, and I’m always looking for new ways to incorporate maple syrup into my cooking and baking. These bars are delicious! —Cathy Schumacher, Alto, Michigan 12/33 Cake Mix Cookie Bars 68 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cake Mix Cookie Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I take these quick and easy treats to church meetings, potlucks and housewarming parties. I often make a double batch so we can enjoy some at home. —Kimberly Biel, Java, South

Dakota 13/33 Black-Bottom Banana Bars 51 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Black-Bottom Banana Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These bars stay very moist, and their rich banana and chocolate flavor is even better the second day. My mother-in-law gave me the recipe, and it’s a big favorite with my husband and our two sons. —Rene Wright, Ferryville, Wisconsin 14/33 Cranberry Bog Bars 33 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry Bog Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 2 dozen

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet and chewy, these fun bars combine the flavors of oats, cranberries, brown sugar and pecans. I like to sprinkle the squares with confectioners’ sugar before serving. —Sally Wakefield, Gans, Pennsylvania 15/33 Warren’s Oatmeal Jam Squares 30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 16 squares Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: At 102, I still love to bake. I make these bars in my toaster oven for my fellow residents at our assisted living home. —Warren Patrick, Townshend, Vermont 16/33 Toffee Cheesecake Bars 24 Reviews Test Kitchen

A must for Christmas gift giving

Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These melt-in-your-mouth treats are absolutely delicious, and everyone will want seconds. A must for Christmas gift giving. No one would ever guess they’re lighter. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah 17/33 Shortbread Lemon Bars 25 Reviews Contest Winner Shortbread Lemon Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve put together two family cookbooks over the years, and this recipe ranks among my favorites. The special lemon bars have yummy shortbread crust and refreshing

In no time at all, these oatmeal date bars will be ready for your family

flavor. I always make this dessert for guests because I know it’ll be a hit with everyone. —Margaret Peterson, Forest City, Iowa 18/33 Oatmeal Date Bars 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Oatmeal Date Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In no time at all, these oatmeal date bars will be ready for your family. They’ll be surprised at how light and tasty these treats are. —Helen Cluts, Eden Prairie, Minnesota 19/33 Lemon Coconut Bites 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Coconut Bites Recipe photo by

Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The tangy lemon flavor of this no-fuss dessert is especially delicious on a warm day. It gives me delightful flashbacks of selling lemonade on the sidewalk as a little girl. —Donna Biddle, Elmira, New York 20/33 Honey Pecan Triangles 19 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Honey Pecan Triangles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After stirring up batches of these tasty bar cookies for many years,

I know to include plenty on cookie trays

I know to include plenty on cookie trays. They have all the goodness of pecan pie and are so easy to serve to a crowd. —Debbie Fogel, East Berne, New York 21/33 Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s rhubarb season, so now’s the time to try this rich and tangy cheese bar. It’s bound to be a hit with the rhubarb lovers you know. —Sharon Schmidt, Mandan, North Dakota 22/33 Caramel Chocolate Bars 15 Reviews

They’re popular at school functions, family barbecues and picnics

Test Kitchen Approved Gooey Chocolate Caramel Bars Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These rich, gooey bars are my most-requested treats. They’re popular at school functions, family barbecues and picnics. We like them alone or topped with a scoop of ice cream. —Betty Hagerty, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 23/33 Cranberry Date Bars 16 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry Date Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rich and

fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round

fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I’ve made batches for all kinds of church and social events. -Bonnie Nieter, Warsaw, Indiana 24/33 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 Soucy,

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