Here’s a delicious recipe for Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars—they’re soft, chewy, and full of that classic oatmeal-raisin flavor. Perfect for a quick treat!
Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp salt
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3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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1 cup raisins (or more if you like!)
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Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, etc.)
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). You can do this with an electric mixer or by hand with a whisk.
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Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
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Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Slowly add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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Fold in the oats and raisins: Stir in the oats, raisins, and any optional nuts you’re using. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
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Bake: Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
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Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, cut them into squares or bars.
Enjoy your oatmeal raisin cookie bars with a glass of milk, or as a quick snack throughout the day!
Do you prefer any particular additions to your oatmeal cookies? Sometimes a little bit of chocolate chips or coconut can sneak in for extra flavor!