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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars

These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars combine the wholesome goodness of oatmeal with the sweetness of raisins, offering a chewy texture and delightful flavor in a simple, easy-to-make recipe.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar Brown sugar adds moisture and a rich flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Granulated sugar helps achieve the right sweetness and texture.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 large eggs Adds moisture and helps bind the bars.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour creates the structure of the bars.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent to help the bars rise.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 3 cups old-fashioned oats Gives the bars their chewy texture.
  • 1 cup raisins Adds sweetness and chess.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add vanilla extract and mix again.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just blended.
  5. Gently fold in the oats and raisins until evenly distributed in the batter.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. These bars can also be refrigerated for longer freshness, and can be reheated in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.