22 cookie, brownie, and bar recipes that are hard to resist

From gooey brownies to soft-baked cookies, these 22 recipes are the definition of can’t-stop-eating. They’re totally worth turning on the oven for. Dessert cravings = handled.

Sunbutter Oat Protein Bars with Chocolate Drizzle

A tray of Sunbutter Oat Protein Bars with Chocolate Drizzle.
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These homemade no-bake protein bars utilise simple ingredients, including oats, chia seeds, sunflower seed butter, and plant-based protein powder. They’re soft and chewy, with an optional chocolate drizzle, offering a wholesome snack that feels like a treat but still keeps it real. Get the recipeSunbutter Oat Protein Bars with Chocolate Drizzle

Sunflower Seed Butter Cookies

A tray of sunflower seed butter cookies.
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These chewy and delicious cookies are made with sunflower seed butter. They’re egg-free, dairy-free, vegan, and nut-free. These cookies are perfect when you’re in the mood for a nutritious treat. Get the recipeSunflower Seed Butter Cookies

Tahini Cookies

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A new and unique way to satisfy your cookie cravings. This large batch recipe for tahini cookies is soft, chewy and full of delicious flavor. Get the recipe: Tahini Cookies

Chickpea Cookie Bars

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Chickpea cookie bars aka blondies are incredibly chewy and surprisingly sweet, with a rich, nutty flavour. Made with chickpeas, they’re a great option for a gluten-free treat that packs in a bit of extra protein. Get the recipeChickpea Blondies

Healthy Cosmic Protein Brownies

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These cosmic protein brownies taste like childhood treats but are a healthier scratch-made version. Made with dates, oats, almond butter, and protein powder, they’re sweet, chewy, and fudgy and ready in just 20 minutes. Get the recipeHealthy Cosmic Protein Brownies

Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies

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Coconut chocolate chip cookies that blend tropical vibes with classic indulgence. Chewy, sweet, and packed with chocolate – they’re the perfect treat to satisfy your cravings. Get the recipe: Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Low Carb Peanut Butter Brownies

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These low-carb peanut butter brownies are rich, fudgy, and seriously hard to stop eating. They’re gluten-free, easy to whip up in under 30 minutes, and taste way too good to be this simple. Get the recipeKeto Peanut Butter Brownies

Soft Banana Date Cookies

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Healthy banana date cookies that are as delicious as they are wholesome! Perfectly sweet and super easy to make, they’re the ultimate treat for any time of day. Get the recipe: Healthy Banana Date Cookies

3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

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These low-carb, 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies are as easy as they are delicious! With just peanut butter, a low-carb sweetener, and an egg, you’ll have soft, chewy cookies in no time. Perfect for a quick snack that’s low on carbs but high on flavour. Get the recipeKeto Peanut Butter Cookies

Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies

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These healthy banana bread breakfast cookies are the best way to start your day. Packed with flavour and goodness, they’re basically a guilt-free excuse to have cookies for breakfast. Get the recipe: Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies

Gluten Free Brownies

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These gluten-free almond flour brownies are rich and fudgy, with a satisfyingly dense texture. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings without any gluten. Get the recipeGluten Free Brownies

Flourless Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

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Flourless chewy oatmeal cookies that are here to make your snack time better. Minimal ingredients, maximum chew, and totally guilt-free comfort food vibes. Get the recipe: Flourless Oatmeal Cookies

Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Almond butter chocolate chip cookies are rich, nutty, and deliciously soft. Plus, they include flax seeds, which add a nice boost of nutrition to these delicious, gluten-free treats. Get the recipeAlmond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Bars

A plate of Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Bars.
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These carrot cake bars are soft, moist, and full of cozy spices. They make a great gluten-free dessert for holidays or any time a little something sweet sounds good. No one will miss the frosting. Get the recipeGluten-Free Carrot Cake Bars

Chocolate Protein Cookies

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Chocolate protein cookies are rich, indulgent, and satisfyingly sweet. Plus, with protein powder in the mix replacing traditional wheat flour, you get a boost of protein, making them a great choice for a healthier treat. Get the recipeChocolate Protein Cookies

Banana Brownies

A plate of Banana Brownies.
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These banana brownies are rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas. Made with walnuts and no flour or dairy, they’re a great option for anyone avoiding gluten or grains. A simple treat that feels a little indulgent. Get the recipeBanana Brownies

Soft Lemon Cookies

an almond flour lemon cookie with a bite out of it.
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These soft gluten-free lemon cookies are everything! Sweet, tangy, and totally guilt-free – perfect for when you need a tasty snack that feels like a treat. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

A tray of vanilla chocolate cheesecake bars.
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Vanilla chocolate cheesecake bars with a chocolate cookie crust are rich, creamy, and completely indulgent without all the sugar. The velvety smooth vanilla topping and chocolatey base make them the perfect low-sugar treat. Get the recipeVanilla Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

High Protein “Twix” Bars

A tray of high protein twix bars.
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These Twix-like bars are made with whole food ingredients and vanilla protein powder, giving a healthy spin to your favourite candy. Plus, they’re naturally gluten-free, plant-based and totally delicious. Get the recipeHigh Protein “Twix” Bars

Three-Ingredient Date Cookies

A stack of date cookies.
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These three-ingredient date and oat cookies are the easiest snack ever. Sweet, chewy, and packed with goodness, they’re excellent for a quick treat whenever you need a little pick-me-up. Get the recipe: Three Ingredient Date Oat Cookies

Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies

A plate of almond flour peanut butter cookies.
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Gluten-free almond flour peanut butter cookies that are so good, you won’t even miss the gluten. Just a few simple ingredients, a quick bake, and boom – instant nostalgia in every bite. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies

Double Chocolate Sunbutter Cookies

A plate of Double Chocolate Sunbutter Cookies.
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These double chocolate sunbutter cookies are rich, chewy, and full of chocolate goodness. They’re vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, oil-free, and peanut-free, making them an easy treat to enjoy anytime. Get the recipeDouble Chocolate Sunbutter Cookies

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