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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars

Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars That Bring Joy to Every Bite

Enjoy these Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars that combine hearty oats and juicy raisins for a nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or honey/agave
  • 2 large Eggs or flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt omit for low-sodium
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats use gluten-free oats if needed
  • 1 cup Raisins or dark chocolate chips/nuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then set aside.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined.
  6. Fold in rolled oats and raisins gently until evenly distributed.
  7. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overbaking.

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