Hi, guys!
Back in 2008, just a few months after starting CNC, I created this recipe for Oatmeal Raisin Bars. That was more than 8 years ago, and I still make these bars over and over again. They’re truly a go-to recipe, and I often bring them to parties and other get-togethers because they’re super easy to make, don’t require a ton of ingredients, always turn out well, and everyone loves them!
And I especially love that these bars are totally customizable by swapping out the raisins for chocolate chips, dried cranberries, butterscotch chips (omg, so good!!), or adding shredded coconut, chopped nuts, sprinkles, or whatever else your little heart desires.
Basically, the oatmeal bar base is the best thing ever and works well with just about any ingredient additions. The options are truly endless, and I hope this recipe becomes a favorite in your home, too!
The Very Best Oatmeal Raisin Bars
Makes 9 bars Macros: 15F/38C/5P
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled or quick oats
- 3/4 cup oat (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unflavored coconut cooking oil (or canola or vegetable oil)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup raisins (or whatever delicious ingredient you’d like to add)
- Directions:
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 8-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine above ingredients until smooth.
- Spread batter in prepared baking dish and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until bars are cooked all the way through.
- Let bars cool completely in pan before cutting.
10 Comments
Yum! I’m always game for a granola bar. I need to try these!
Omg. Want.
I made these tonight! Added 2 scoops of SFH pure vanilla and a half cup of milk. I think I found my new breakfast bar.
Yayyyyyy!
I saw these in my bloglovin email this morning and made them. Love love love them. I gave whole wheat flour and a little less sugar and a little less raisins then baked for 15 minutes after pressing into my greased muffin tin. They’re sooo good. Do they freeze well? And how long will they keep in the fridge? I’m thinking of making a huge batch and freezing because I’m 9 months pregnant and anticipate I’ll want something for the upcoming middle of the night feeding marathons. Thanks for the keeper
Oh they look great! Think I might have to start baking some nice snacks for myself. I like flapjack but they’re always so much better when you’ve baked them yourself!
Oatmeal and I have a strong relationship. I’m sure i will love it. I can’t wait to try it tomorrow morning!
You are right – they are the very best oatmeal raisin bars!
I made them with my girlfriend yesterday and they were amazing:-)
Thanks for the inspiration!
So glad to hear that!!