Best 6 Raisin Squares Old Fashioned Recipes

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Indulge in a nostalgic journey with our collection of irresistible raisin square recipes. These classic treats, reminiscent of cherished family gatherings and cozy kitchens, offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures. From the chewy, golden-brown crust to the plump, juicy raisins and the sweet, gooey filling, each bite is a celebration of tradition and taste. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or a modern twist with unique ingredients, our diverse selection of raisin square recipes has something for every palate. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, we'll guide you in creating these delectable squares that are perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or simply enjoying at home with loved ones. Raisin squares – a timeless classic, waiting to be savored.

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

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.

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

OLD FASHIONED RAISIN BARS



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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

1 cup raisins
1 cup water
1/2 cup salad oil or 1/2 cup shortening
1 slightly beaten egg
1 cup sugar
1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

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.

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

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.

RAISIN SQUARES



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This recipe has been passed down through our family and is a favourite. The base and topping are of a shortbread consistency.

Provided by Nanna D

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 16 squares, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter
1 egg, beaten
1 3/4 cups raisins
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup boiling water

Steps:

  • Mix flour, baking powder and sugar; cut in butter as for pie pastry;
  • Add beaten egg.
  • Keep 1/2 the mixture to sprinkle on top and put remaining half in square cake pan and press down.
  • In a saucepan, mix raisins, flour, sugar and salt. Pour boiling water over all and cook over medium heat until thickened. Cool mixture to lukewarm.
  • Pour raisin mixture over the cooked mixture.
  • Sprinkle with reserved mixture and bake for 1/2 hour at 350.
  • Cut in squares while it is cooling.

Tips:

  • Use a large bowl to mix the ingredients. This will give you plenty of room to stir and combine everything evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the mixture, making the squares lighter and more tender.
  • Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the mixture from curdling.
  • Be sure to sift the flour before measuring it. This will help to ensure that you have the correct amount of flour and that it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can toughen the squares.
  • Bake the squares until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the squares cool completely before cutting them into bars. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Raisin squares are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With their chewy texture, sweet flavor, and crunchy nuts, these squares are sure to please everyone. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy snack or a special treat for a party, raisin squares are a great option. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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