Best 6 Raisin Bars Remember Sunshine Recipes

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Calling all cookie enthusiasts! Prepare to embark on a delectable journey with our enticing Raisin Bars recipe. These delightful treats, often lovingly referred to as Sunshine Bars, are renowned for their irresistible combination of chewy oatmeal, plump raisins, and a hint of warm spices. Our collection features three remarkable variations: the Classic Raisin Bars, bursting with old-fashioned charm; the decadent Chewy Raisin Bars, boasting an extra dose of chewiness; and the irresistible Chocolate Raisin Bars, where rich chocolate elevates the flavors to new heights. Each recipe promises a unique sensory experience, sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and evoke cherished memories of sun-filled days.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED RAISIN BARS



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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

1 cup raisins
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. butter (melted)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
enough milk for spreading consistency desired

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

GARIBALDI-GOLDEN RAISIN BISCUIT COOKIES (SUNSHINE)



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These biscuit/cookies were made by Sunshine Biscuit Company in Saginaw, Michigan and later by Keebler.(1996) These are flat raisin-filled cookies-(cracker/biscuits), but now have dropped them from their line-up- This recipe is in part from King Arthur Flour/part improvised -these are not real sweet and are very good.They are...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Flatbreads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

DOUGH:
1 c white whole wheat flour
2 Tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
6 Tbsp cold butter
3 Tbsp cold orange juice
1 Tbsp ice water
FILLING:
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 c chopped raisins

Steps:

  • 1. Lightly grease 2 baking sheets, or line with parchment paper-(I use parchment) Dough: Whisk together the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into small cubes, and work it into the dry ingredients using your fingers, a mixer or a fork, mixing until the dough in unevenly crumbly.
  • 2. Drizzle with the orange juice and water,mixing until dough holds together and it doesn't seem all dry or crumbly-you've added enough liquid.
  • 3. Divide the dough in 1/2, and shape each 1/2 into a small rectangles ;pressing each of the 4 sides against the work surface to smooth any rough edges.
  • 4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Remove 1 piece of dough from the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350^. Place dough on a lightly floured parchment paper surface. Roll it into a rectangle 10x 14-inches, about a little less than 1/8 -inch thick; the THINNER the better. Ragged edges are OK. The thinner you can roll them without tearing the better!
  • 5. Brush dough lightly with some of the beaten egg, then spread 1/2 the surface with 3/4 cup of the raisins, pressing them in carefully. Fold dough over raisins and flatten dough again with rolling pin. to about 6x15-inches. Some raisins might pop though- that's OK. Slide dough off parchment paper onto the prepared cookie sheet. Brush dough with some of the beaten egg ,(if using the coarse sugar,sprinkle on now).
  • 6. Using a roiling pizza wheel or bench knife, carefully cut the rectangle of dough inti 3 strips,lengthwise. Then crosswise into 5 pieces.No need to separate they will break apart when you finish baking them. But you can separate them if you wish.Both ways work well. Because they don't expand much.Using a fork poke holes all over the top of the dough.
  • 7. Repeat with remaining dough. Bake for 18 minutes, until they're a light golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on rack. If you do not need the cookie pan you can cool them on the pan. I baked them apart this time- but like them left together with perforations then baked.

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.

RAISIN CINNAMON BARS



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I've been making these simple iced bars for more than 40 years. They're easy to prepare for dessert or as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee. -Jean Morgan of Roscoe, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen, 18 servings, 1 per serving.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped pecans
ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 to 5 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine butter and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. Gradually beat in coffee. Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to the coffee mixture until blended. Stir in raisins and pecans., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes., Meanwhile for icing, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough water to achieve spreading consistency. Spread over warm bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RAISIN BARS



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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

1 cup sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup cold water
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove, ground
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour, all purpose
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup flour, all purpose
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon cinnamon

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

RAISIN BARS



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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

Unsalted butter, softened, for baking sheet
2 cups raisins (about 13 ounces)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup apple cider
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
1 1/4 cups vegetable shortening
1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg
1 1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, juicy raisins. This will give your bars the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set in the center. Overbaking will make them dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Raisin bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover raisins. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a batch of delicious raisin bars that your family and friends will love.

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