15 Dessert Bars So Good You’ll Want to Bake Them Every Week

If you love easy desserts that slice beautifully and taste even better, this roundup is packed with bar recipes you’ll want to try right away. From fruity favorites and creamy cheesecake bars to chocolate loaded treats and no bake snacks, these recipes are perfect for potlucks, parties, or simple weeknight cravings. Whether you want something chewy, crunchy, or melt in your mouth rich, these dessert bars are guaranteed to satisfy.

Berry Bars

Two stacked berry oat bars with a crumbly topping, featuring visible layers of oats and mixed berries. Blueberries and strawberries are blurred in the background. — Berry Bars. Photo credit: Texanerin Baking.

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These berry bars are filled with a thick, jammy blueberry layer tucked between a soft, crumbly crust and topping. They work with regular, whole wheat, or gluten free flour, and there is even a vegan option. Once they cool, slice into bars and enjoy an easy, fuss free treat.
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Biscoff Cookie Butter Streusel Bars

A plate with four oat bars drizzled with peanut butter sits on a light surface, with a small bowl of peanut butter and a floral napkin in the background. — Biscoff Cookie Butter Streusel Bars. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Packed with sweet cookie butter flavor and topped with a buttery streusel, these bars are a must try for Biscoff lovers. They have a soft, chewy texture and a warm spiced sweetness that makes them perfect with coffee or as an anytime dessert.
Get the Recipe: Biscoff Cookie Butter Streusel Bars

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

These blueberry cheesecake bars have a creamy cheesecake filling topped with sweet, juicy blueberries. They look impressive but are surprisingly simple to make, making them perfect for parties or family dinners.
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Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

A stack of chocolate chip cookie bars is placed on a cooling rack next to a red and white patterned bowl filled with chocolate chips. — Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Little Frugal Homestead.

These chocolate chip cookie bars start with a cake mix, so they come together in minutes. They bake up soft and chewy with plenty of chocolate chips, making them a great last minute dessert.
Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Canadian Date Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping

Three oat crumb bars with a fruit filling are stacked on a wooden surface, with crumbs and oats scattered around them. A striped cloth is visible in the background. — Canadian Date Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

These Canadian date bars are hearty, wholesome, and incredibly tasty. A sweet date filling is layered between oatmeal crumble, creating a cozy treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.
Get the Recipe: Canadian Date Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping

Cheesecake Bars

A close-up of crumbly dessert bars stacked on top of each other, featuring a streusel topping and creamy filling, with a red and white towel in the background. — Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These classic cheesecake bars start with a buttery, nutty crust and a creamy cheesecake filling. A sprinkle of brown sugar and walnuts on top adds the perfect bit of crunch and sweetness.
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

A stack of rectangular chocolate chip shortbread cookies is arranged on a light surface with some chocolate chips scattered nearby. — Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet cherries and soft chocolate chip cookie dough come together in this easy no bake dessert. The fruity and chocolatey flavors blend beautifully, making these bars hard to resist.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

Cherry Pie Cheescake Bars

A slice of crumb-topped cherry cheesecake bar on a white plate. — Cherry Pie Cheescake Bars. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

These cherry pie cheesecake bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust with creamy cheesecake and a layer of bright cherry pie filling. They taste like two desserts in one and always disappear quickly.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pie Cheescake Bars

Chocolate Coconut Magic Bars

A close-up of dessert bars topped with chocolate chips and chopped nuts, stacked on top of each other. — Chocolate Coconut Magic Bars. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

These chocolate coconut magic bars are a family favorite passed down through generations. They are rich, sweet, and loaded with chocolate, coconut, and a delicious chewy texture that keeps you coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Coconut Magic Bars

Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars

Three stacked oat granola bars on a wooden surface. — Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

These chewy banana oatmeal bars are soft, naturally sweet, and perfect for breakfast or snacking. They are simple to make and a great way to use up ripe bananas.
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Chewy Cherry Oat Bars

A wooden bowl with two granola bars, one drizzled with chocolate, sits on a blue surface. Additional granola bars are arranged on parchment paper nearby. — Chewy Cherry Oat Bars. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Packed with cherries and soft oats, these bars are chewy, fruity, and perfect for snacking. Add the optional chocolate drizzle for an extra touch of sweetness.
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Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Three oat granola bars are stacked on white parchment paper, with a blurred dark mug and more granola bars in the background. — Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

These peanut butter oatmeal bars come together in just ten minutes with five simple ingredients. They are soft, chewy, and have the perfect balance of sweet and savory peanut butter flavor.
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Chewy Vegan Granola Bars

Four homemade seed and oat granola bars are stacked on parchment paper, with a bowl of chia seeds and a bowl of oats nearby. Some pumpkin seeds are scattered around. — Chewy Vegan Granola Bars. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These homemade vegan granola bars are gluten free, satisfying, and great for on the go snacking. They are soft, chewy, and easy to customize with your favorite mix ins.
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Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars

A close-up of a crumbly dessert bar with a thick cream layer, a thin chocolate layer, and a golden brown crumb topping. — Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These layered bars combine a crisp shortbread base, a thick caramel filling, and a smooth chocolate topping. Every bite gives you a mix of rich chocolate, buttery cookie, and gooey caramel.
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Chocolate Chip Espresso Shortbread Bars

A plate of square-shaped cookies drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt. — Chocolate Chip Espresso Shortbread Bars . Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

These chocolate chip espresso shortbread bars blend rich espresso flavor with buttery shortbread and plenty of chocolate. They are simple to make and perfect for anyone who loves coffee desserts.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Espresso Shortbread Bars