Dessert bar

Dessert bar
A bar made of coconut shavings, caramel, chocolate and butterscotch chips, almond pieces, and an Oreo cookie crust
Alternative namesBar, square
TypeDessert
Place of originUnited States, Canada
Region or stateMidwestern United States
Main ingredientsSugar, eggs, butter, flour, milk
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Dessert bars or simply bars or squares are a type of American and Canadian dessert that has the texture of a firm cake or softer than the usual cookie. They are prepared in a pan and then baked in the oven. They are cut into squares or rectangles.

They are staples of bake sales and are often made for birthdays. They are especially popular during the holidays, but many people eat them all year. Many coffee shops and bakeries also offer the treats. Popular flavors include peanut butter bars, lemon bars, chocolate coconut bars, pineapple bars, apple bars, almond bars, toffee bars, chocolate cheesecake bars and the seven-layer bar.

In addition to sugar, eggs, butter, flour and milk, common ingredients are chocolate chips, nuts, raspberry jam, coconut, cocoa powder, graham cracker, pudding, mini-marshmallows and peanut butter. More exotic bars can be made with ingredients including sour cream, rhubarb, pretzels, candies, vanilla, raisins, and pumpkin.