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

Gexe Kabda
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still pretty good.


Kim Rwrw
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I'm not usually a fan of raisin squares, but these were really good. The dough was light and fluffy, and the raisins were plump and juicy.


M iyanu Deborah
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I made these for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


sadak islam
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These are so good! I love the combination of the sweet raisins and the tangy glaze.


Prof. Hector Holbrook
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The raisin squares are always moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives them a beautiful shine.


Kokul Raj
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Yum!


Me anisur Islam
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I was a bit disappointed with the results. The raisin squares were a bit dry and crumbly. I think I might have overmixed the dough.


xXStarryNightXx
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These were a big hit at my last party. Everyone loved them!


Endurance John
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I've tried this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The raisin squares are always light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste fresh the next day.


Grace Akers
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Not bad, but a bit too sweet for my taste.


TD gaming
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble finding the ingredients. The raisin squares turned out perfectly and were a hit with my family and friends.


J Dee
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Followed the recipe to a T and they turned out amazing! Will definitely make these again.


Birungi Zaharah
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These raisin squares are a classic Italian bakery treat, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They turned out beautifully, with a crisp outer crust and a soft, chewy interior. The raisins added a touch of sweetness and texture that perfectly compleme