Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars
These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars are the perfect chewy and hearty treat, combining the wholesome goodness of oats with sweet, plump raisins. They are easy to make and are ideal for a quick snack or a delightful dessert.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 9x13 inch baking pan
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy and well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper (if using) or cut directly in the pan. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into 12 equal bars.
Notes
For added texture, you can include nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
These cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Feel free to substitute chocolate chips for raisins if you prefer a chocolatey twist.