7 Pie Bar Recipes for When You Can’t Choose Between Pie and Cookies
From classic pecan to chocolate-espresso, these buttery pie bars are easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Julia Hartbeck
We love all kinds of pie, from warm-spiced holiday favorites like apple and pumpkin to gorgeous summer pies that make the most of the season's bounty. While we enjoy making pie crust from scratch, these pie bars all call for easy press-in crusts, no rolling required. We also appreciate that they're portable and easy to share, just like our favorite cookies. Try one of the recipes in this collection to win over pie and cookie fans alike.
Lemon Bars
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A buttery and slightly salty shortbread crust is topped with a sweet-tart lemony custard for these classic and elegant bars. They're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Pecan Pie Bars
Julia Hartbeck
These decadent bars have all the virtues of a classic nutty, gooey pecan pie. But they're made with an effortless press-in crust that comes together in a stand mixer.
Pumpkin Pie Bars
These sweet and silky pumpkin pie bars will satisfy fans of the classic with their warmth and spice. They're easy to assemble thanks to a buttery press-in crust.
Apple Pie Bars
These portable apple pies from bakers Mary Odson and Lisa Ritter feature a crisp and buttery shortbread crust, a spiced apple filling, and a nutty, streusel-like topping made with walnuts and quick-cooking oats.
Chocolate Espresso Pie Bars
These decadent bars from baker Cheryl Day top a flaky brown sugar butter crust with a rich, espresso-spiked dark chocolate filling. They're over-the-top in the best way.
Lemon-Cranberry Pie Bars
For these custardy sweet-tart bars, tangy lemon curd is swirled with a vibrant cranberry puree. The simple and buttery press-in crust makes for a beautiful contrast of flavors and textures.
Tomato Pie Bars
An easy crust of saltine crackers and Parmesan cheese forms the base of this riff on classic tomato pie. It's filled with a rich, cheesy mixture and topped with juicy slices of tomato before baking.
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