Indulge in the warm, spiced goodness of Oatmeal and Raisin Spice Cookie Bars, a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie. These soft and chewy bars are infused with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, perfectly complemented by bursts of sweet raisins in every bite. Made with wholesome rolled oats and brown sugar for a rich, caramel-like depth, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under half an hour. Perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday snacking, these cookie bars are a crowd-pleaser you can whip up effortlessly. Serve them with a glass of milk or pack them as an on-the-go treat for a boost of cozy, homemade flavor.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the bars.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the rolled oats and raisins using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and use the spatula or your hands to press it into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
Slice into 16 squares or bars and serve. Store the leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Calories |
3024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 115.4 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.2 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1377 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 477.7 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 266.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1820 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.