Oatmeal Cookie Bars (Print)
Chewy oatmeal bars with raisins, finished with a creamy maple-cinnamon frosting. A delicious take on a cozy classic.
# Ingredients:
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1 1/2 cups of plain flour.
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1 tsp baking soda.
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3/4 tsp of cinnamon powder.
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1/2 tsp fine salt.
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3/4 cup butter, softened to room temp.
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3/4 cup packed light brown sugar.
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2 eggs, at room temp.
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2 tsp of real vanilla extract.
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2 cups of quick oats.
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1 cup raisins.
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1/2 cup softened butter for frosting.
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar.
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1 tbsp pure maple syrup.
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1-2 tbsp heavy cream, at room temp.
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon for frosting.
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Optional: 1/4 tsp maple flavoring.
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 pan with some parchment and spritz it with nonstick spray.
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In a bowl, stir together the flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda until it’s blended evenly.
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Cream butter and sugar till fluffy. Add vanilla after beating in eggs, one by one. Mix in the flour combo, then gently fold in oats and raisins.
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Press the dough smoothly into the pan. Bake for 18–20 minutes, till the edges look a little golden. Let it cool all the way.
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Whip the butter until soft. Add powdered sugar, maple syrup, cream, cinnamon, and extract till it’s rich and creamy. Spread evenly on cooled bars.
# Notes:
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For softer raisins, soak them in warm water first.
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It’s tasty without any frosting if preferred.
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Swap for gluten-free flour if needed.