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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars with Irresistible Frosting Treats

These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars feature a chewy texture and luscious frosting, perfect for nostalgic moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats can be substituted with rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon can be swapped with nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter should be at room temperature
  • 1 cup brown sugar light brown sugar can replace dark
  • 2 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be omitted
  • 1 cup raisins can be substituted with chocolate chips
For the Maple-Cinnamon Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup can use agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream can be replaced with milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional maple extract can be added

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Beat the unsalted butter and brown sugar together for about 2-3 minutes until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredient blend into the wet ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fold in the old-fashioned oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Spread the dough into the prepared baking pan and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the maple-cinnamon frosting by beating the softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar, maple syrup, heavy cream, and cinnamon until creamy.
  9. Spread the frosting on top of the cooled cookie bars, cut into squares, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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