HERMIT BARS

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Rich with molasses, hermit bars are spicy, old-fashioned treats that keep for days. Martha made this recipe on episode 706 of Martha Bakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
3/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter an 8-by-8-by-2-inch pan and line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang. Butter parchment; set pan aside. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and cloves; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add egg; beat until combined, scraping down sides of bowl once. Add molasses; beat until combined and scrape down sides of bowl. Add the flour mixture and raisins; beat on low until dough just comes together, about 1 minute. Press dough into prepared pan. Bake until golden but still very soft to the touch, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into bars. Hermit bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

Vertis Bean
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I made these hermit bars with gluten-free flour and they turned out great. They're just as good as the regular hermit bars, but they're gluten-free.


Alexa Nerd
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These hermit bars are a bit too sweet for my taste. I prefer my desserts to be less sweet, but these are still good.


Calfonia Sebela
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I'm not a huge fan of hermit bars, but these are pretty good. They're not too sweet and the texture is nice and chewy.


Fabienne Hegedus
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These hermit bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're chewy, gooey, and packed with flavor. I love the addition of chocolate chips and nuts. They add a nice crunch to the bars.


Sajawal Niazi
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I made these hermit bars for my family and they loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


Cristofer Cornejo
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These hermit bars are the perfect dessert for a fall evening. They're warm and comforting, and they just scream autumn.


Jumlee Park june
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I love the chewy texture of these hermit bars. They're so soft and gooey, and they just melt in your mouth.


Johni Higgins
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These hermit bars are the perfect after-school snack. They're filling and satisfying, and they're also a good source of energy.


Sumiaya Akther
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I made these hermit bars with gluten-free flour and they turned out great. They're just as good as the regular hermit bars, but they're gluten-free. So enjoy some home made bar cookies!


J Hill
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These hermit bars are a bit too sweet for my taste. I prefer my desserts to be less sweet, but these are still good.


Mohamad Rafic Itani
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I'm not a huge fan of hermit bars, but these are pretty good. They're not too sweet and the texture is nice and chewy.


Hezbullah Akhtar
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These hermit bars are the best I've ever had. They're so soft and chewy, and the flavor is amazing. I love the combination of spices and the gooey chocolate chips.


Asogwa Vivian
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I made these hermit bars for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


Alexis Contreras
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These hermit bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're chewy, gooey, and packed with flavor. I love the addition of chocolate chips and nuts. They add a nice crunch to the bars.