If you’re craving a delectable treat that combines the perfect balance of crispness and chewiness, look no further than these mouthwatering Oatmeal Raisin Bars. Bursting with warm spices, plump raisins, and a rich buttery flavor, these cookie bars are a timeless classic that will satisfy any sweet tooth. How could anyone resist a freshly baked cookie bar, especially with a glass of ice-cold milk? These oatmeal raisin bars are buttery, soft-baked oat bars that are bursting with plump, juicy raisins!
Step By Step Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan, ensuring all sides are coated to prevent sticking. Sift together 2½ cups of all-purpose/plain flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda/bicarbonate of soda into a large mixing bowl. In another large mixing bowl, beat 1? cups of softened butter, 1 cup of packed light-brown sugar, ½ cup of packed dark brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar until fluffy and well combined. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, stir in 1½ teaspoons of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg until evenly incorporated. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, ensuring not to overmix the batter. Stir in 2 cups of rolled oats by hand, followed by 1 cup of raisins, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. Mix into the dough by hand until combined. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan, using a spatula to smooth the top. Bake for approximately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, gently shake the pan. If the center jiggles, continue baking and check every 5 minutes until there is no longer any movement. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the bars cool for 10 minutes before cutting into squares or rectangles. These Oatmeal Raisin Bars are best enjoyed warm, but they are equally delightful when cooled. Update Notes: This recipe was originally posted in 2016, but was republished in 2023 with new photos, ingredient notes, and step-by-step instructions. Erren’s Kitchen is written and produced for informational intentions only. We are not certified nutritionists, and the nutritional information found on this site has not been assessed or authorized by a nutritionist or the FDA. The nutritional information found in our recipes is offered as an estimate and should not be considered a guarantee or fact. The estimated data is provided as a courtesy and calculated through a third-party online nutritional calculator, spoonacular API. Although we do our best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered rough estimates. Many factors, such as brands or products purchased and the nutritional fluctuations that naturally occur in fresh produce, can alter the effectiveness of the nutritional information in any recipe. Furthermore, various online calculators provide different results depending on their particular algorithms and nutrition fact sources. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
