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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars Recipe

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic cookie, offering all the flavors you love in an easy-to-make bar form. Chewy, sweet, and packed with oats and raisins, these bars are perfect for a quick snack or dessert.


Ingredients

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Cookie Bar Base:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Additional Ingredients:

  • 3 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: Cream together butter and sugars, then add eggs and vanilla.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, then stir in oats and raisins.
  5. Bake: Spread dough in pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool and slice: Cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • For added texture, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Chocolate chips can be substituted for raisins if desired.
  • Store bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg