Description
Get ready to fall in love with these Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars—your new go-to for a quick breakfast, easy dessert, or satisfying snack. Each bar is packed with hearty oats and juicy raisins, delivering a chewy bite with just the right touch of sweetness. The golden edges, soft center, and warm cinnamon aroma will make your kitchen smell like a bakery. Whether you’re looking for healthy snack ideas, after-school treats, or cozy food ideas for your weekend bake, this easy recipe checks every box.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups raisins
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in oats, raisins, and optional nuts.
- Spread dough evenly in the baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden and center is set.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert