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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars offer a chewy, sweet treat that combines hearty old-fashioned oats with juicy raisins in a soft, chewy bar form. Perfect for snacking, breakfast, or dessert, these bars are easy to prepare, family-friendly, and customizable to suit any taste or dietary need.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the old-fashioned oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly mixed.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy, ensuring the sugar dissolves slightly.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture until the batter is smooth and unified.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
  6. Fold in Raisins: Gently fold the raisins into the dough, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares to preserve their chewy texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and egg for smoother mixing and better texture.
  • Line the pan with parchment paper to make clean-up easier and to lift bars without breaking.
  • Watch bake time closely as overbaking will dry the bars; remove them when just set for optimal chewiness.
  • Adjust sugar quantity depending on the ripeness of raisins or try natural sweeteners for less sweetness.
  • Use fresh, quality oats for best flavor and moistness.

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