RAISIN SQUARES ITALIAN BAKERY STYLE

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This recipe comes from a local Italian bakery shop. They are made with raisin filling or canned apple pie filling also. Give them a try.

Provided by Dinglebop

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup lard, room temperature
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 large whole egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
milk
flour, for rolling dough
3 cups boiling water
3 1/2 cups raisins, washed
1 cup granulated sugar
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Wash raisins.
  • Add to the boiling water on low heat in saucepot.
  • Add remaining filling ingredients, salt, sugar, flour, juice, and cook just until thick.
  • Remove from heat and let cool well.
  • Crust:.
  • Mix egg with vanilla and add enough cream or whole milk to make one cup of liquid.
  • Combine remaining ingredients flour, sugar, salt, and lard and lifting to air and rub to make a coarse pea size crumb.
  • Add in liquid and just combine to make a ball of pastry.
  • Divide pastry into two .
  • Dust a board with the flour for rolling and roll one section to fit a 17 x 14 sided ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Spread on cooled raisin filling, or canned apple filling.
  • Roll second half of dough, and place nicely on the top, sealing edges.
  • Prick all over top with a fork and brush with more cream.
  • Sprinkle with granulated fine or coarse sugar over evenly.
  • Bake 350° for 25 minutes until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.1, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 236.4, Carbohydrate 53.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 30.2, Protein 3.5

Riteek Singh
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These raisin squares are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're also perfect for parties and potlucks. I love that they're so versatile and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.


Blessing Babalola
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I've made these raisin squares several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the way the raisins plump up in the oven and the custard filling is always silky smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


fortman mukanya
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These raisin squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. The custard filling is creamy and flavorful, and the raisins add a nice chewy texture. I love that they're so versatile and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.


Hamza Ali khan
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These raisin squares are a great way to use up leftover raisins. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. The custard filling is creamy and sweet, and the raisins add a nice chewy texture. I love that they're so easy to make and


Saad Msaad
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I love these raisin squares! They're the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The raisins add a nice pop of flavor and the custard filling is creamy and delicious. I love that they're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family.


wisley Paul
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These raisin squares are a great way to use up leftover raisins. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. The custard filling is creamy and sweet, and the raisins add a nice chewy texture. I love that they're so easy to make and


ammad ali
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I've made these raisin squares several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the way the raisins plump up in the oven and the custard filling is always silky smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


thino channel
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These raisin squares are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The raisins add a nice pop of flavor and the custard filling is creamy and delicious. I love that they're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Aiya Gertland
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I made these raisin squares for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again soon!


Md faysal Miya
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These raisin squares are a great grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're also perfect for parties and potlucks. I love that they're so versatile and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.


Farhan Qureshi
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I was a bit skeptical about making these raisin squares, but I'm so glad I did! They were absolutely delicious. The crust was crispy and flaky, the filling was creamy and sweet, and the raisins added a nice chewy texture. I'll definitely be making th


Nadimsadat Mess
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These raisin squares are a staple in my household. They're always a crowd-pleaser, and they're so easy to make. I love the way the raisins plump up in the oven and the custard filling is always silky smooth. Perfect for any occasion!


Faith Razak
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I've tried many raisin square recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The secret is in the custard filling, which is rich and flavorful. The crust is also perfect - flaky and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe!


Team_WMCK
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These raisin squares are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet raisins, buttery crust, and creamy filling is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. A real hit with my family and friends!