How to Make Raisin Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these delicious Raisin Squares. This recipe is a true classic, featuring a buttery, flaky crust and a sweet, chewy raisin filling. Whether you want to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress your friends and family with a delightful dessert, these Raisin Squares are sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup rolled oats
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup raisins
  • ½ cup flaked coconut
  • ½ cup pitted sour cherries, drained with liquid reserved

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 15 bar cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of brown sugar, butter, 1/2 cup of flour and oats until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a 9 inch square pan. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • In the same bowl, mix together the eggs, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, salt, baking powder and vanilla until well blended. Stir in the raisins, coconut and cherries, adding a little bit of the cherry juice to keep it from becoming stiff. Spread over the baked crust in the pan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm and lightly browned. Cool and cut into bars.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 106mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 141mg