Description
Delicious and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie bars that combine the hearty flavor of old-fashioned oats with sweet raisins and a touch of cinnamon. These bars are easy to make and perfect for a quick snack or dessert, offering a classic cookie taste in a convenient bar form.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly butter it to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the old-fashioned rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients and Raisins: Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Then fold in the raisins evenly throughout the dough.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 16 squares to serve.
Notes
- For chewier bars, slightly underbake by pulling them out just as the edges brown.
- Substitute raisins with dried cranberries or chopped nuts for variations.
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for optimal creaming.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- To freeze, wrap bars individually and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
