Description
Enjoy the nostalgic taste of oatmeal raisin cookies in an easy-to-make bar form. These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars have a chewy texture, warm cinnamon flavor, and bursts of sweet raisins, topped with a maple cinnamon frosting for an extra indulgent treat. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or a cozy homemade snack.
Ingredients
Chewy Cookie Bar Base:
- Old-fashioned oats
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Ground cinnamon
- Unsalted butter (softened)
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Raisins
Maple Cinnamon Frosting:
- Butter (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup
- Ground cinnamon
- Milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Bar Dough: In a bowl, mix oats, flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, then incorporate the dry ingredients. Fold in raisins.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Spread the dough into a greased baking pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Maple Cinnamon Frosting: Beat together butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup, and cinnamon until smooth. Add milk as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Frost, Slice, and Serve: Spread frosting evenly over the cooled bars, slice into squares, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture.
- To keep raisins plump, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before adding.
- Store at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American