Best 8 Oatmeal Raisin Squares Recipes

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In the realm of delectable treats, few can resist the allure of oatmeal raisin squares. These delightful morsels offer a harmonious blend of chewy oats, plump raisins, and a touch of warm spices. Whether you prefer them soft and gooey or crisp and golden, there's an oatmeal raisin square recipe out there to satisfy your every craving. This article delves into the world of oatmeal raisin squares, presenting a selection of recipes that cater to various tastes and dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can find their perfect square of happiness.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED OATMEAL RAISIN BARS



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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

1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cups sour cream
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups raisins
CRUMB MIXTURE:
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter, cubed

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.

OATMEAL-RAISIN BARS



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These handheld treats are packable, snackable, sure-fire crowd-pleasers -- indoors and out.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Line bottom with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together butter, sugars, egg, salt, and cinnamon until smooth. Add flour, oats, and raisins; fold in just until combined.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan, and bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs attached, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan. Using paper overhang, lift cake onto a work surface; cut into 16 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

OATMEAL-RAISIN SQUARES



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This recipe for oatmeal-raisin squares is a delicious snack perfect for after school.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups Old-Fashioned Quaker Oatmeal
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups raisins
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, add oatmeal, flour, sugar, pecans, baking soda, and salt; stir to combine. Add melted butter and vanilla and stir to incorporate; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine raisins, 1/2 cup water, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and immediately reduce heat to a simmer; continue cooking for 2 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer mixture to the bowl of a food processor; process until almost smooth. If mixture is very liquid, strain through a fine mesh strainer, discarding liquid.
  • Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer half the oat mixture to baking dish and press down, using your hands, to form an even layer. Using an offset spatula, spread raisin mixture over oat layer. Top with remaining oat mixture, pressing down to form an even layer.
  • Transfer to oven and bake until golden brown on top, 35 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely before cutting into 2-inch squares. Oatmeal-raisin squares may be stored, wrapped in plastic wrap, for up to 5 days.

RAISIN SQUARES



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This recipe has been in our family for years. It is a Christmas tradition.

Provided by Janice Casselman

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 226.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 105.8 mg, Sugar 25.5 g

BAKED OATMEAL SQUARES



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These quick and easy Amish baked oatmeal bars are one of my most cherished because it's hearty and flavorful. My wonderful husband loves to eat, especially what I make! -Elaine Heckman, Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1/4 cups raisins
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

OATMEAL RAISIN BARS



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Make and share this Oatmeal Raisin Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by scarley

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 16 bars, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
2 cups old fashioned oats (not quick-cooking)
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Line bottom with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together butter, sugars, egg, salt, and cinnamon until smooth. Add flour, oats, and raisins; fold in just until combined.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan, and bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs attached, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan. Using paper overhang, lift cake onto a work surface; cut into 16 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 36.1, Sodium 83.8, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 18.6, Protein 3.2

OATMEAL AND RAISIN SPICE COOKIE BARS



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These can be made into individual cookies but seem easier baked in a pan and then cut. Substitute dried cranberries or dried chopped apricots if you like. They are very thin bars. From Simply Heartsmart by Bonnie Stern.

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 30 bars, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup soft margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Brush a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with oil, then line with parchment paper or foil, pressing paper down firmly so it stays. Leave a slight overhang of paper.
  • In mixing bowl cream the margarine or butter until light. Add the sugars and beat until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla and mix in well.
  • In a separate bowl mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice and ginger. Mix into the batter, then stir in the oatmeal and raisins.
  • Press dough evenly into the lined baking pan. (This is the messy part.) The dough will be a bit sticky and there will seem to be almost not enough to fill the pan.
  • Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 15 to 18 minutes, until golden. Bake a bit less for chewier bars, a bit more for crispy bars.
  • Let cool for 3 or 4 minutes, then lift gently out of the pan. Cool a couple more minutes, cut into squares, then cool fully.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.4, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 24.9, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 8, Protein 1.2

OATMEAL RAISIN BAR COOKIES



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This is a thick, satisfying, tender, and chewy bar cookie/blondie. A perfect holiday recipe! Don't overcook, as you want these to be moist. I got this recipe from a great online blog, "Baking Bites".

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 37m

Yield 20 bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 cups quick-cooking oats (not instant)
1 1/2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper (optional, but aids in getting cookies out of pan).
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt and spices in a large bowl.
  • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and stir in vanilla, egg and melted butter until smooth. Stir in oats and raisins until they are evenly distributed.
  • Pour dough into prepared pan and spread into a even layer with a spatula or your fingers. Bake for 22-26 minutes, or until bars are set and the center no longer looks wet. Edges will be golden brown. Cool pan on a wire rack before slicing. Cut into rectangular bars to serve.

Tips:

  • Use old-fashioned oats. They provide a chewy texture that's perfect for oatmeal raisin squares.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the squares tough.
  • Use a variety of raisins. This will give the squares a more complex flavor.
  • Add some nuts or chocolate chips. This will make the squares even more delicious.
  • Bake the squares until they're golden brown. This will ensure that they're cooked through.

Conclusion:

Oatmeal raisin squares are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your oatmeal raisin squares turn out perfect every time.

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