15 Of Grandma’s Best Holiday Dessert Bar Recipes

Holiday dessert bars are fun, festive and easy to make for Christmas bake sales and holiday get togethers. We’ve rounded up our favorite nostalgic dessert bars from pecan butter tart squares to classic Nanaimo bars for everyone to enjoy!

Pecan Butter Tart Squares

A buttery shortbread crust forms the base of these Pecan Butter Tart Squares, topped with a rich, gooey brown sugar layer. Packed with fresh pecans and lightly dusted with powdered sugar, they’re a dessert lover’s dream. Get the Recipe: Pecan Butter Tart Squares

7 Layer Cranberry Magic Bars

With a festive spin on classic magic bars, these Christmas 7-Layer Cranberry Magic Bars are packed with white and dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries, mini marshmallows, coconut, and pecans. Get the Recipe: 7 Layer Cranberry Magic Bars

Cranberry Bliss Bars (Starbucks Copycat)

This beloved Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars recipe, bursting with holiday flavors, makes for one of the most irresistible treats of the autumn and festive seasons. These bars perfectly balance sweetness and tartness, featuring a chewy blondie base, tangy dried cranberries, white chocolate chunks, and a rich cream cheese frosting. Get the Recipe: Cranberry Bliss Bars (Starbucks Copycat)

Easy Seven Layer Cookie Bars (Magic Bars Recipe)

These easy seven-layer cookie bars begin with a buttery graham cracker crust and are stacked with layers of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, nuts, coconut, and sweetened condensed milk to create a truly magical treat. If you’ve never tried these magic bars, they’re incredibly simple to make and bake in no time. The hardest part is waiting for them to cool before cutting! Get the Recipe: Easy Seven Layer Cookie Bars (Magic Bars Recipe)

Gingerbread Bars

We simply can’t overlook gingerbread desserts during the Christmas season! These soft and chewy Gingerbread Cookie Bars are irresistibly delicious, made with butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and molasses, along with the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Bars

Best Peppermint Cheesecake Bars Recipe with Oreo Crust

Create the Best Peppermint Cheesecake Bars with a delicious Oreo crust using simple ingredients and an easy prep and bake process! With rich, creamy cheesecake, hints of cocoa and mint, and a sprinkle of crunchy candy cane bits, it’s no wonder this family favorite is requested year after year! Get the Recipe: Best Peppermint Cheesecake Bars Recipe with Oreo Crust

Turtle Bars

These indulgent Turtle Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a luscious layer of caramel, and are topped with plenty of rich chocolate and crunchy pecans! Get the Recipe: Turtle Bars

Easy Cherry Pie Bars for a Crowd

Get ready to impress a crowd with these irresistible Easy Cherry Pie Bars! This recipe is a game-changer, yielding a large batch that can satisfy up to 60 dessert lovers! Get the Recipe: Easy Cherry Pie Bars for a Crowd

Toffee Bars

Delicious toffee bars combine the best of shortbread cookies and English toffee, creating a delightful cookie-candy bar hybrid that’s perfect for the holidays! Get the Recipe: Toffee Bars

Nanaimo Bars

No-bake Nanaimo Bars are a rich and indulgent treat, and one of Canada’s most iconic dessert recipes! Featuring layers of chocolate, nuts, and creamy vanilla, they’re best enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk. Get the Recipe: Nanaimo Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are a deliciously sweet treat that require no baking! With a chewy peanut butter oat layer and a rich, indulgent chocolate topping, these simple 5-ingredient no-bake bars are perfect for any occasion. Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

This easy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars recipe combines two of the best Thanksgiving desserts – pecan pie and cheesecake! These mouthwatering bars feature layers of creamy cheesecake topped with a delicious pecan pie layer, all on a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for making ahead or serving as a snack or dessert at holiday gatherings. Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

Reese’s Pieces Magic Bars

Reese’s Pieces Magic Bars are a must-try! These incredible magic bars are made with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with milk and dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, salty peanuts, and of course, Reese’s Pieces for the perfect combination of flavors! Get the Recipe: Reese’s Pieces Magic Bars

Millionaire Shortbread Bars

Christmas Magic Bars

Christmas Magic Bars are the ultimate holiday dessert, featuring chocolate fudge brownies topped with chocolate chips, marshmallows, coconut flakes, festive M&M’s, sweetened condensed milk, and sprinkles. Decadent and irresistible! Get the Recipe: Christmas Magic Bars