Raisin Cinnamon Bars
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of these Raisin Cinnamon Bars, a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion. Bursting with the comforting aroma of ground cinnamon and the subtle sweetness of plump raisins, these bars strike the perfect balance between chewy and tender. A quick and easy recipe with only 15 minutes of prep time, it's made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, plus optional chopped walnuts for added crunch. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these bars are a crowd-pleasing dessert, snack, or even a sweet breakfast treat. Serve them on their own or pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy indulgence. Perfect for sharing or enjoying throughout the week, these cinnamon raisin bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly, then fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts (if using).
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
Once cooled, slice into 12 equal bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 1889 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 474.3 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 301.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 469 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2106 mg | 45% | |
*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.
