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Enjoy a peanut butter lover’s treat with just five ingredients and no baking required!

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Peanutty Chex® Squares

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Try a new version of classic s'mores. No campfire needed with our Golden Grahams™ S'mores recipe. These treats are fun to whip up and easy enough that the kids can help, too. Complete with sweet marshmallows, these Golden Grahams™ bars are a delicious no-brainer. If you're looking to save some time, these Golden Grahams™ S'mores bars can also be made in the microwave.

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Golden Grahams™ S’mores

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This is a great new twist on popular crispy rice cereal bars. Wrap them individually in plastic for easy toting.

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Gluten-Free Chex™ Cereal Treat Bars

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<div class="ck-content">From potlucks to picnics and every party in-between, here are some sweet bars sure to win over any summertime crowd.</div>

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Must-Make Summer Bars

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Forget cakes and cookies, these bars will have everyone grabbing seconds!

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15 Must-Make Dessert Bars

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We transformed your favorite, rich and gooey Thanksgiving pie into an easy, shareable bar! These pecan pie bars deliver big on the traditional nutty, caramel flavor and the recipe yields 36 servings. So you can forget baking two pies, this recipe will feed your whole crowd! All it takes to get these bars baking is your 13x9 pan and 15 minutes of prep time. Once they’re cut and cooled, dip them in melted chocolate for a decadent holiday treat everyone will adore.

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All the flavors of pecan pie come together in crowd-size best pecan pie bars. No need to make two pies!

Love this idea but running short on time? We’ve got a shortcut version, which uses Betty’s sugar cookie mix. Give <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/easy-pecan-pie-bars/72e80d1a-154a-40ec-9598-bc6b466d9f37" target="_blank">Easy Pecan Pie Bars</a> a try and come back to this recipe when you have more time, so you can see how they compare.

Cut your pie bars into perfect slices by cutting diagonally in half before dipping in chocolate.

It’s worth it to make sure you’ve pressed the dough ½-inch up the sides. If you do less than that, the pecan filling will bubble up and get stuck on the sides during baking, making it difficult to remove the bars nicely.

To cut your bars with nice, clean edges, use a sharp-tipped knife. For more tips, check out this article about <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/how-to/tipslibrary/baking-tips/cutting-beautiful-bars">cutting beautiful bars</a>

Ohh do we love a great pecan bar! If you’re looking for something that’s a bit different, check out our <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/easy-pecan-pie-bars/72e80d1a-154a-40ec-9598-bc6b466d9f37">easy pecan pie bars</a>, <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/coconut-pecan-bars/1f6d9950-4d6c-43d5-9ea2-e4b250fc0e5c">coconut-pecan bars</a> or <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/pumpkin-pecan-cheesecake-cookie-bars/2cb33276-4b67-49b3-b8ab-486174605c0e">pumpkin pecan cheesecake cookie bars</a>.

For more presentation ideas that’ll give your bars a look that’s equal to their taste, check out this article about <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/how-to/tipslibrary/baking-tips/cutting-beautiful-bars" target="_blank">cutting beautiful bars.</a>

Making a pie can be intimidating to some. If you’re in that camp, you’re not alone! Whether you say “no” to pie because of the prep involved or you’re just looking for a dessert with the flavors of pecan pie but that’s not quite as filling or as rich, you’ll love the ease of this recipe. And oh, what a bonus--you can feed a crowd with just one pan of these delicious bars. Or try any of our other <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/special-occasions/thanksgiving-recipes/desserts">non-pie holiday desserts</a>.

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All the deliciousness of pecan pie rolled up into 36 delightful bars that can feed a crowd! If you’re looking to have the classic flavors of pecan pie but not such huge portions after loosening your belt from the big meal, these pecan pie bars are perfect.

What Are Pecan Pie Bars?

Bake them for the minimum time (25 minutes) and check them for the visual doneness cue. Is the top firmer looking that when they went in the oven? Does the filling move much when you jiggle the pan? If the filling is firm and not very jiggly, they are done. If not, bake a minute or two longer and check them again.

How Do I Know When Pecan Pie Bars are Set?

Corn syrup (either the light or dark varieties) should be used for this recipe, as it sets up nicely when baked, to make sturdy bars with a firm filling. Honey or other syrups may not set up the same, so you’ll find yourself with bars that have a gooey filling that’s too soft to cut into bars.

Can I substitute honey for corn syrup?

Most likely, you’ve over baked them or your oven was too hot. Ovens get hotter over time, so to be sure it’s running at the temperature you want it to, keep an inexpensive oven thermometer near the middle of your oven. Always bake, using the minimum time suggested. Check for the visual doneness cue—in this case, it’s “until set”. If your bars aren’t set, add another minute or two of bake time until they are set.

Why Are My Pecan Bars Hard?

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Cool off this summer with these refreshing treats that the whole family will enjoy!

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Summer Treats

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This delightful Caramel Apple Bars recipe pairs two fall favorites: it’s a combination of apple crisp and caramel apples, baked into scrumptiously shareable caramel apple crisp bars. With fresh sliced apples and melted caramel nestled between two layers of buttery brown sugar-oat streusel, it’s the perfect fall dessert.


This is one of our favorite fall baking recipes, because it features classic autumn flavors, it’s a great way to use up apples from an orchard trip and it only takes 20 minutes of hands-on time. Plus, as it’s baking, your home will smell sweet, cozy and comforting. What better way to spend an afternoon as the weather gets cooler outside?

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If you just want to experiment with this recipe, we’ve got a wonderful idea for you — make a date with Date Bars! Instead of the apples, flour and caramels, use 1 pound or about 3 cups of pitted Medjool dates in the recipe. 


The substitution is simple: In a medium pot, combine the dates with 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 cup sugar and cook them over low heat, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes or until thickened. Set the dates aside to cool, and then layer them over the oat mixture, just like you would have done with the apples and melted caramels.

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To prevent your apples from browning, wait to chop them until after you’ve combined the streusel mixture.

Store bars covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The caramel layer will harden, so let them stand at room temperature for a few minutes to soften or warm them in a 250°F oven for 10-15 minutes before serving.

If you’re looking for a way to bake with fresh-picked apples, but aren’t in the mood to make a pie, try turning them into bars! 

This recipe calls for tart apples to help balance out all the sweetness of the caramel and streusel. We also recommend firmer apples that will hold their shape, so they don’t get watery or mushy when they’re baked. Some of our favorite baking apples include Granny Smith, Braeburn, Cortland or Honeycrisp.

What Are the Best Apples for Baking?

One batch makes enough to share, and since these bars travel well, they’re terrific for bringing to fall potlucks and dinner gatherings. They’re not too fancy or fussy, either, so you can whip them up in almost no time! For an extra-special touch, you can dress your bars up with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Got leftovers? Enjoy them for breakfast the next day with a cup of coffee!

How Can I Serve Caramel Apple Bars?

Steel-cut oats are made by cutting whole oat groats into 3 or 4 pieces. They’re hearty and take the longest to cook. 


Old-fashioned oats—also known as rolled oats—are made by steaming and rolling whole oat groats into flat flakes. Rolled oats are more shelf stable than steel-cut oats, and they cook more quickly. 


Instant oats, or quick-cooking oats, are rolled oats that are steamed and flattened a second time, so they cook even faster. They’re often used in baking recipes, like crisps and these Caramel Apple Bars, because they bake up nice and tender—unlike those heartier oats, which can be pretty chewy!

What’s the difference between rolled oats, instant oats and steel-cut oats? 

Since we’re on the topic, this is one of our top-asked questions! The answer is quite simple: crisps are made with an oat and streusel topping, while cobblers are typically made with a heavier biscuit topping.

What’s the Difference Between a Crisp and a Cobbler?

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Celebrate the season with Cranberry Crumb Bars! They're super easy to make and can be cut into mini squares, just right for a dessert tray. Catch us making our own delicious cranberry squares with crumb topping for potlucks, family desserts and sweet snacks!

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Stock up on cranberries while they’re abundant in stores. Just toss them in the freezer and use as you need; they’ll be good for about a year. If you’re using frozen cranberries for this Cranberry Crumb Bars recipe, there is no need to thaw them first.

A food processor works great for grinding the almonds. You will need about 2/3 cup slivered almonds to measure 1/2 cup ground almonds.

How-To

The best way to measure flour is to first stir the flour a bit before spooning into the measuring cup. Fill until heaping and then sweep the excess off the top with the flat edge of a butter knife.

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