In the realm of delectable desserts, Nebraska raisin bars stand out as a beloved classic. These gooey, chewy, and undeniably delicious treats have captivated hearts and taste buds across the Cornhusker State and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect batch of Nebraska raisin bars. With a few pantry staples, a touch of patience, and a whole lot of love, you'll be able to whip up this timeless treasure that's sure to leave your family and friends clamoring for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OLD FASHIONED RAISIN BARS
Old fashioned Raisin Bars - Let these moist, flavorful bites take you back in time!
Provided by Don't Sweat The Recipe
Categories Brownies / Bars Dessert
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat, add butter; cool to lukewarm.
- Whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and salt together in a medium-size bowl.
- Pour the raisin mixture in large mixing bowl; add sugar, egg and dry ingredients.
- With an electric mixer, beat until thoroughly blended.
- Pour into greased and floured sheet pan (15½x10½x1-inch) and bake about 25 minutes.
- Cool.
- To frost:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, vanilla, confectioners' sugar and 1 tablespoon at a time of milk to the desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 83 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
NO-BAKE RAISIN BRAN BREAKFAST BARS
Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Total® Raisin Bran cereal provides a simple addition to homemade nutty raisin bars. Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter square pan, 8x8x2 inches. Heat brown sugar and corn syrup just to boiling in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and cinnamon until smooth.
- Stir in cereal and peanuts or almonds until evenly coated. Press firmly in pan. Let stand about 1 hour or until set. Cut into 4 rows by 3 rows. Store loosely covered at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
OLD-FASHIONED OATMEAL RAISIN BARS
These tender bars from Rita Christianson of Glenburn, North Dakota have a sweet raisin filling tucked between a golden oat crust and topping. The old-fashioned treats are perfect for potlucks and cost a mere 20¢ each.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Stir in sour cream until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into eggs; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in raisins. Cool to room temperature without stirring., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. , Firmly press 3-1/2 cups of crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Spread with raisin filling. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
RAISIN BARS
If you're a fan of fig bars, these sweet treats will surely hit the spot.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 10-by-15-inch rimmed baking sheet. Line bottom with parchment paper, and butter parchment; set sheet aside.
- Make filling: Pulse raisins and sugar in a food processor until almost pureed. Transfer to a saucepan. Whisk cornstarch into 1 cup cold water; whisk into raisin mixture. Stir in cider. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and sugar has dissolved, about 6 minutes.Let cool completely.
- Make dough: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside. Put shortening in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth. Add brown sugar, and mix until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla, and mix until combined. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until just combined. Mix in oats.
- Press half the dough into prepared baking sheet. Spread raisin filling evenly over top of dough. Crumble remaining dough on top of filling using your fingers, gently pressing down so that topping covers filling. Bake, rotating sheet halfway through, until top is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let cool completely in sheet on a wire rack. Cut into 2-inchsquares. Bars can be stored between layers of parchment in airtight containers at room temperature up to 5 days.
SUGAR-FREE RAISIN BARS
Syracuse, Nebraska cook Betty Ruenholl remarks, "My mother is diabetic so I keep these moist, golden bars on hand for dessert. I even serve them during the holidays. They're a nice light snack for everyone."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook raisins, water, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg until butter is melted; continue cooking for 3 minutes. Add all remaining ingredients. , Spread into an 8-in. square baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts :
OLD FASHIONED RAISIN BARS
Make and share this Old Fashioned Raisin Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CJAY8248
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 24 bars, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine raisins and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Stir in salad oil, cool to lukewarm. Stir in sugar and egg. Sift together dry ingredients; beat into raisin mixture. Stir in nuts. Pour batter into greased 9 x 13" pan. Bake at 350* for 20 minutes or until done. When cooled cut into bars. Dust with powdered sugar.
RAISIN BARS
This is another recipe out of my Step Father's sister's cookbook...Prep time includes cooling time...
Provided by teresas
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h
Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan over medium high heat add the sugar, raisins, water, butter, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and salt.
- Bring to a boil and gently boil for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool (about 20 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Add other ingredients (except for the topping), to sauce pan and blend well.
- Spread in greased 10x15 pan.
- Combine all topping ingredients in a small bowl.
- Crumble topping over and press down slightly.
- Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes.
- Cool before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.5, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 129.9, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 18.7, Protein 1.9
NEBRASKA RAISIN BARS
This is an OLD farm recipe from Nebraska. You can substitute your favorite nuts for the walnuts in this recipe.
Provided by Juanita
Categories American Cookies
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10x15 inch baking pan.
- In a medium size mixing bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves.
- Combine raisins and water (or juice) in saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in shortening.
- When the mixture has cooled to lukewarm beat in egg and vanilla. Mix in sugar; stir to blend. Beat flour mixture into the shortening mixture. Stir in the walnuts. Pour into prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 12 minutes. When they have cooled cut them into bars; sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 81 mg, Sugar 14.5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh raisins, butter, and eggs will give your Nebraska Raisin Bars the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help it hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the bars until they are golden brown: The bars should be firm to the touch when they are done baking.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from crumbling.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature: The bars will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Nebraska Raisin Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be whipped up in no time. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give Nebraska Raisin Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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