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4.87 from 15 votes

Apple Cinnamon Raisin Bars

This delicious Apple Cinnamon Raisin Bars recipe is perfect for snacking, or even for dessert. Try them today!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 5 ingredient

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or white whole-wheat flour)
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 cups packed light-brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter softened
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 Golden Delicious apple diced into 1/4″ cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 3/4 cup raisins
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Liberally coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a medium-size bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmg and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, blend together sugar, eggs, butter and vanilla for 3 minutes or until smooth. Reduce speed to low and gradually add flour mixture; mix for 2 minutes or until just incorporated. Stir in diced apples, raisins and (optional) nuts, and spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350F degrees for 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.

Notes

Adapted from Family Circle.