15 Dessert Recipes For The Super Bowl (Photos)

The Super Bowl is right around the corner; for those of us hosting parties it is time to start planning out the menu. Many of us feel that dessert is the best part of any meal, and so it's important to not forget about these sweet treats come game day. But not just any dessert will do. The last thing you want is to have your attention divided between the dessert you want to be enjoying and the football game you are trying to watch.

That's why the only reasonable type of treat one can serve for the big game day are cookies and bars. And while that means that you shouldn't be baking a cake or throwing a pie into the oven, don't think for a second that your options are limited. We have assembled an abundance of recipes that fit into the category of desserts you can eat with your hands. From deep-fried candy bars to cheesecake brownies to peanut butter cup cookies, click through the gallery below to find what treat you'll be whipping up for this year's Super Bowl.

What is your go-to cookie or bar recipe? Leave a comment below.

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• Peanut Butter & Cinnamon Chocolate Chunk Cookies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.unegaminedanslacuisine.com/2012/12/peanut-butter-cinnamon-chocolate-chunk.html">Peanut Butter & Cinnamon Chocolate Chunk Cookies recipe from from une gamine das la cuisine</a></strong>

• Browned Butter Rice Krispies Treats

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2012/12/browned-butter-rice-krispies-treats.html">Browned Butter Rice Krispies Treats recipe from Averie Cooks</a></strong>

• Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.completelydelicious.com/2012/12/chocolate-mint-thumbprint-cookies.html">Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies recipe from Completely Delicious</a></strong>

• Samoas Bark

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.bakersroyale.com/holiday/holiday-bark-series-samoas-bark/">Samoas Bark recipe from Baker's Royale</a></strong>

• Butterscotch-Banana Blondies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://hungryrabbitnyc.com/2012/11/butterscotch-banana-blondies/">Butterscotch-Banana Blondies recipe from Hungry Rabbit</a></strong>

• Pretzel S'mores

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.lovefromtheoven.com/2011/07/21/pretzel-smores/">Pretzel S'mores recipe from Love from the Oven</a></strong>

• Cream Cheese Lemon Squares

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://peegaw.tumblr.com/post/29952468385/making-cream-cheese-lemon-squares">Cream Cheese Lemon Squares recipe from Pigamitha Dimar</a></strong>

• Butterfinger Bark

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://cookiesandcups.com/homemade-butterfinger-bark/">Butterfinger Bark recipe from Cookies & Cups</a></strong>

• White Chocolate Lemon Truffles

  Get the <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/12/sparkly-white-chocolate-lemon-truffles/">White Chocolate Lemon Truffles recipe from How Sweet it Is</a>

• Slutty Cheesecake Bars

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.bakersroyale.com/bars-and-cookie-bars/slutty-cheesecake-bars/">Slutty Cheesecake Bar recipe from Baker's Royale</a></strong>

• Homemade Oreos

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.themarionhousebook.com/homemade-oreos/">Homemade Oreos recipe from The Marion House Book</a></strong>

• Coconut Snowball Cookies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.foodiecrush.com/2013/01/coconut-snowball-cookies-and-friday-faves/">Coconut Snowball Cookies recipe from Foodiecrush</a></strong>

• Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.bakersroyale.com/bars-and-cookie-bars/chocolate-chip-cookie-cheesecake-bars/">Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars recipe from Baker's Royale</a></strong>

• Nutella Brownies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.bunsinmyoven.com/2013/01/03/nutella-brownies/">Nutella Brownies recipe from Buns in my Oven</a></strong>

• Honey Oat Cookies

  <strong>Get the <a href="http://whiteonricecouple.com/recipes/honey-oatmeal-cookies/">Honey Oat Cookies recipe from White on Rice Couple</a></strong>

• Caramel Apple Brownies

  Get the <a href="http://www.foodiecrush.com/2012/10/caramel-apple-brownies-recipe/">Caramel Apple Brownies recipe from Foodiecrush</a>

• Deep Fried Candy Bars

  We know what you're thinking: candy bars are decadent enough, they don't need to be battered and fried, too. But trust us. Once you try this recipe, you will understand why it is done. Admittedly, this is not a recipe you will turn to with regularity, but it is a great treat for special occasions such as the Super Bowl. One thing is certain, your guests will surely not forget it. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/deep-fried-candy-bars_n_1061351.html" target="_hplink">Deep Fried Candy Bars</a> recipe</strong>

• Chocolate-Chip-Pecan Cookie Bars

  If you can't decide between making a cookie or a brownie, then this is the recipe for you. This sweet treat has the same great flavor of a chocolate chip cookie, with the chewy, dense texture of a brownie. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/chocolate-chip-pecan-cook_n_1061076.html" target="_hplink">Chocolate-Chip-Pecan Cookie Bars</a> recipe</strong>

• Double-Chip Cookies

  Mixing savory and sweet is not a new concept, but it has been taken to a whole new level in this recipe. The double-chip cookie calls for one part chocolate chips and one part potato chips. Two of our favorite foods mixed together in a cookie -- this is a trend we hope is here to stay. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/double-chip-cookies_n_1056922.html" target="_hplink">Double-Chip Cookies</a> recipe</strong>

• Pecan Butterscotch Brownies

  Butterscotch brownies, sometimes known as blondies, are a real treat. They are perfect for those who don't love chocolate, because the dessert has all the good qualities of a brownie without any of the cocoa. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/pecan-butterscotch-browni_n_1059550.html" target="_hplink">Pecan Butterscotch Brownies</a> recipe</strong>

• PB And J Bar Cookies

  The classic flavors of the popular peanut butter and jelly are translated into this dessert bar recipe. Cater the recipe to your taste and use which ever flavor of jam or jelly you prefer. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/pb--j-bar-cookies_n_1057241.html" target="_hplink">PB and J Bar Cookies</a> recipe</strong>

• Salted Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

  Peanut butter and chocolate is a combination that has won over millions. Adding the sugary richness of a cookie makes this a sure-fire hit for the Super Bowl party. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/salted-chocolate-chip-pea_n_1062598.html" target="_hplink">Salted Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cup Cookies</a> recipe</strong>

• Jumbo Brownies

  The Super Bowl is for people who are serious about football, and these brownies are for those who are serious about dessert. We think this game day is the perfect day to make these extra-large sweet treats. <strong>Get the<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/jumbo-brownies_n_1058509.html" target="_hplink"> Jumbo Brownies</a> recipe</strong>

• Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

  Every home cook should have a go-to chocolate chip recipe they can turn to in a pinch. If you don't have one yet, this may just be the recipe to take that role. Chocolate chunks are used along with chocolate curls, or shavings. The chocolate curls melt into the dough, creating threads of chocolate throughout. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/milk--cookies-bakery-cla_n_1061341.html" target="_hplink">Milk & Cookies Bakery Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies</a> recipe</strong>

• Seven-Layer Bars

  Coconut, chocolate, butterscotch and... potato chips make up this seven-layer bar recipe. The potato chips are used in place of the more traditional graham cracker crust, and offer a nice savory element to this super-sweet treat. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/seven-layer-bars_n_1056928.html" target="_hplink">Seven-Layer Bars</a> recipe</strong>

• Cheesecake Marbled Brownies

  Take two favorite dessert recipes -- fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake -- put them together, and this heavenly bar is what you get. You may want to consider making a double batch; these are guaranteed to go fast. <strong>Get the<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/cheesecake-marbled-browni_n_1056803.html" target="_hplink"> Cheesecake Marbled Brownies</a> recipe</strong>

• Chocolate-Chocolate Cookies

  As rich and chocolatey as the fudgiest of brownies, yet with the texture of a perfectly moist cookie, this recipe is for those of us who can never get enough chocolate. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/12/chocolate-chocolate-cooki_n_1144275.html" target="_hplink">Chocolate-Chocolate Cookies</a> recipe</strong>

• Caramel-Pecan Bars

  We all know how excited people get about pecan pie at Thanksgiving. Well, you can expect the same happy reaction to these bars. Gooey caramel filling is mixed with pecans and wrapped in a rich and buttery crust. A pinch of curry powder is added to the filing to give it a slight spice. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/caramel-pecan-bars_n_1058268.html" target="_hplink">Caramel-Pecan Bars</a> recipe</strong>

• Nana's Creole Pecan Cake Bars

  Dates and raisins dot this pecan bar adding a hint of fruity sweetness throughout. This treat will keep for a few days so feel free to make it a ahead of time and store in an airtight container. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/nanas-creole-pecan-cake-_n_1062291.html" target="_hplink">Nana's Creole Pecan Cake Bars</a> recipe</strong>

• Double Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chewie

  A soft chocolate cookie, with big peanut butter flavor. The recipe uses not only peanut butter but also peanut-butter chips, making sure that every bite will have a taste of both chocolate and peanuts. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/double-peanut-butter-choc_n_1062049.html" target="_hplink">Double Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chewies</a> recipe</strong>

• Raspberry Granola Bars

  For those who like their desserts jam-packed with fruit flavor, this is the bar for you. It is a cross between a crumble and a blondie. And even though this dessert incorporates healthy oatmeal, it will satisfy even the most serious sweet tooth. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/back-to-school-raspberry-_n_1058213.html" target="_hplink">Raspberry Granola Bars</a> recipe</strong>

Comments

[hattie54]

12:20 AM on 02/05/2012

I've made the granola bars but with apricot jam ( with cut up dried apricots too ).The other one I made was with cherry preserves,oh lordy!

[rrzeus26]

04:26 PM on 02/04/2012

If you want to make em sick, I'm sure they wont forget it. Sounds awful to me. Think I'll stick to frying catfish and taters. Maybe some wings on the grill if it'll stop raining. If not,the oven works fine, then into the crockpot to tenderize em some more.

[Rayanne55]

03:52 PM on 02/04/2012

Who cares about health for the Super Bowl? You are allowed to live once a year. I'm going for the deep fried candy bars ... Oh. My. Gawd.

[Carol Rokos]

03:48 PM on 02/04/2012

I AGREE WITH DONNA WITH A DEE, JUST TRY THE DARN THING OR LEAVE IT ALONE, NOBODY'S FORCING YOU TO EAT IT.

[jjkoztown]

03:36 PM on 02/04/2012

It's called more money in the pocket for food manufactures who don't give a rats a** about our health!

[MaaJaaOld]

03:22 PM on 02/04/2012

How about moderation and mini-sized candy bars on a toothpick? And then limit yourself to one. It is called self-discipline, which all diabetics and dieters need to stick to a plan.
How many of you poo-pooed the candy bar smoke? Drink?

[jotwinowski]

03:38 PM on 02/04/2012

Actually, I really like your suggestion, stripped of the snide comment. Anyone who wants to can eat several and those who don't want a whole candybar can still have a taste. A good idea!

[MaaJaaOld]

03:42 PM on 02/04/2012

Sorry about the snide comment...just meant that people pick and choose what they think is healthy and unhealthy. Of course, unhealthy does include a lot of things and not just limited to food choices. It wasn't meant to point fingers, though.

[mimidec67]

03:10 PM on 02/04/2012

Deep fried ooey gooey candy bars? Great,just one more icky drippy food to get all over your clothes and couch.

[bbc7640]

03:09 PM on 02/04/2012

Food Police, sounds like you all have sticks up your keister! Seriously, if you dont want to eat it that's your prerogative but stop giving everyone else such a hard time!

P.S. Let me know if anyone actually dies from a heart attack after eating a fried candy bar!!! I do agree w/someones suggestion of cutting the treat into bite size pieces to be eaten with a toothpick though!

[Diana Bitritto]

03:06 PM on 02/04/2012

Are ya ready for some heartburn?

[bbc7640]

02:46 PM on 02/04/2012

What kind of candy bar are you supposed to use or better yet, where are the recipes? Pipe down food Nazis.

[cbsatterth]

03:00 PM on 02/04/2012

Snickers...I never thought I would like them. They are amazing...the best "splurge" ever.

[Pam Stewart]

10:19 PM on 02/04/2012

my daughter did it with oreo cookies. YUMMM

[Fred King]

02:43 PM on 02/04/2012

One of my favorite snacks is the pickle rollups. Take 2 of the square thin sliced (very thin) lunch meats & spread cream cheese on one of them. (Use 2 slices for extra thickness so it doesn't fall apart) Cut a large dill pickle in quarters lengthwise & roll up 1 qtr pickle in the lunch meat. Cut into 4 pcs & stick a toothpick in each piece. Use fat free cream cheese to save extra calories. They're yummy.

[brisedemer]

02:40 PM on 02/04/2012

Just looking at the photo makes me want to gag. A candy bar once in awhile probably won't kill you .... but deep fried? Disgusting. If you must add some "crunch" to this concoction, skip the deep frying. Let the candy bar soften a bit and then press it into some rice crispies. Then, stick it into the fridge for about 20 mins. I saw someone do this at a birthday party years ago and then slice the candy bars up into bite-size servings. I think this would be less lethal than the deep fried mess in this recipe.

[Baryl]

02:39 PM on 02/04/2012

It's just a once in awhile treat, people. Take it or leave it. Sheesh!!!

[hgoodguy]

02:13 PM on 02/04/2012

My only comment after seeing Fried Candy Bars would be to aplolgize to my Arteries before eating!

[tresbonbon]

02:03 PM on 02/04/2012

Now if Paula Dean had prepared this everybody would be up in arms about it.

Sounds yummy to me but I'd probably have to eat it on the ER steps.

It might be a better idea rather than put it on a stick like that, making it look like an individual serving, is to cut it up into bite-sized pieces and serve it that way. I can't imagine being able to eat a whole one.

[jotwinowski]

03:42 PM on 02/04/2012

Good idea except that the candy bar inside is melted and will ooze out of bite size pieces. Spmepone suggeste mini candy bars.which will work better.