Cookie bars, sliced pie squares, granola bars and crisped rice treats. Whether topped with a drizzle of chocolate or a crumbly streusel topping, bars are the go-to treats for bake sales and school ...

These bars, which start with a simple press-in cookie base and end with a swoop of creamy frosting, are equally lovely as an afternoon snack or a lunchbox treat. Make the layers thin so they can be ...

Lightly sweet and quite crumbly, shortbread cookies are a buttery wonder. They take minutes to make, are sturdy enough to package as gifts and improve with age. The simplest kinds of shortbread ...

Each year as the month transitions from November to December, the thought of holiday-time baking reenergizes me for the rest of the year. Esoteric German cakes and breads that take an inordinate ...

Crisp, buttery shortbread, tangy lemon custard and a dusting of powdered sugar — a classic lemon bar is an irresistible burst of lemony sunshine. There are numerous recipes for the timeless dessert, ...

Heat oven to 350 F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick foil, extending flaps over both ends so that the bars may be removed easily after they are cool. Beat 3/4 cup butter with electric mixer ...

If you’re looking for a delicious fall treat that captures all the cozy flavors of the season, these Pumpkin Shortbread Bars are a must-try! With a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust and a creamy ...

For potlucks, bake sales, or just because, dessert bars are a cut above the rest. Serious Eats / Amanda Suarez Cakes can be fussy, and cookies take some work to portion and bake. But dessert bars?

Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. By Becky Krystal Dec. 1 at 11:41 a.m. So much about the holiday season is ...