Dessert Bars That Don’t Mess Around

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From gooey to nostalgic to unexpectedly wholesome, these treats and bars bring serious dessert game to the table. You’ll want seconds of Peanut Butter Blondies and S’mores Rice Krispies Treats, while Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies prove that vegan and gluten-free can still be indulgent. Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze scream fall comfort, and Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies are basically two desserts in one. Whether you’re into fruit, chocolate, or marshmallow madness—this roundup delivers!

Peanut Butter Blondies

Peanut butter blondies on a sheet of parchment cut into squares.
Photo credit: Baking a Moment

These peanut butter blondies are loaded with peanut butter and chocolate chips for a chewy-gooey dessert. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s also great as a gift!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Blondies

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

close up of pumpkin and chocolate chip squares in 9 x 13 baking pan
Photo credit: Heather Mubarak creator of Browned Butter Blondie

These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars are dangerously delicious and will be gone in a flash. They’re rich and chewy with cozy pumpkin spice flavor and heaps of gooey melted chocolate. You need to try them!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Brown Butter Salted Caramel Snickerdoodle Blondies

Two stacked cookie bars coated in cinnamon-sugar, with a gooey caramel center, resting on a white surface.
Photo credit: Two Peas and Their Pod

These Brown Butter Salted Caramel Snickerdoodle Blondies are a decadent treat! They feature a rich brown butter base, a gooey salted caramel center, and a delightful cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for any occasion, these blondies are sure to impress!
Get the Recipe: Brown Butter Salted Caramel Snickerdoodle Blondies

S’mores Rice Krispies Treats

A batch of rice krispies treats with golden grahams cereal and Hershey's bars.
Photo credit: House of Nash Eats

Looking for a fun twist on a classic treat? These S’mores Rice Krispie Treats are gooey, delicious, and perfect for any occasion! With a mix of Rice Krispies, Golden Grahams, marshmallows, and Hershey bars, they bring the campfire favorite right to your kitchen.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Rice Krispies Treats

Carrot Cake Bars

Easter Recipe Carrot Cake Bars (Cheesecake Frosting)
Photo credit: Chocolate Covered Katie

These carrot cake bars are a moist and delicious dessert, perfect for Easter or any time you’re craving carrot cake! Made with shredded carrots, applesauce, and a blend of spices, these bars are topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like raisins, coconut, or nuts for a truly delightful treat.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Bars

Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (V/GF)

Stack of Sweet Potato Brownies topped with chocolate chips, pecans, and vanilla ice cream
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

These fudgy sweet potato brownies are a delicious and healthy dessert that you can enjoy any time of year! Made with simple ingredients like sweet potato puree, almond butter, and cocoa powder, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Top with your favorite vegan ice cream for an extra special treat.
Get the Recipe: Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (V/GF)

Salted Milk Chocolate and Peanut Butter Blondies

Salted Milk Chocolate and Peanut Butter Blondies | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest
Photo credit: Half Baked Harvest

These Salted Milk Chocolate and Peanut Butter Blondies are the perfect simple dessert to whip up for any occasion. With pantry staples and only one bowl needed, these blondies are done in under an hour! The combination of milk chocolate, peanut butter, and flaky sea salt is simply divine.
Get the Recipe: Salted Milk Chocolate and Peanut Butter Blondies

Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

raspberry cheesecake brownies on a white plate
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

These raspberry cheesecake brownies are the perfect treat to share! Fudgy chocolate brownies are swirled with a tangy raspberry cheesecake filling for a dessert that’s rich, decadent, and full of flavor. Top with fresh raspberries for an extra touch!
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

overhead photo of Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze
Photo credit: Half Baked Harvest

These Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze are the perfect fall dessert. They’re easy to make, soft, and gooey, with a delicious brown butter flavor and a sweet cinnamon maple glaze. They’re sure to be a hit at your next Thanksgiving gathering!
Get the Recipe: Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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