Best 4 Spicy Hermit Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spicy Hermit Bars, a tempting treat that combines sweet and spicy notes in perfect harmony. These irresistible bars feature a chewy oatmeal cookie base, a layer of luscious caramel, and a generous topping of chocolate chips and pecans. They pack a subtle kick of spice that adds a unique twist to the classic hermit bar recipe. Our collection of recipes offers variations to cater to different preferences, including a gluten-free option and a boozy version infused with rum or bourbon. Whether you prefer traditional or love experimenting with new flavors, these Spicy Hermit Bars are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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

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.

SPICY HERMIT BARS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 14 to 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup light or dark brown sugar, lightly packed
1 extra-large egg, at room temperature
1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup minced crystallized ginger (not in syrup)
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
Dark rum, such as Mount Gay
Grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Place the butter and brown sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. With the mixer on low, add the egg, scrape down the bowl, then mix in the molasses.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. With the mixer on low, slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Mix in the raisins and crystallized ginger. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Turn the dough out onto a very lightly floured board, form it into a disk with lightly floured hands, and cut it in half. Roll each half into a log 12 inches long and place them 3 inches apart on the prepared sheet pan. Bake for 20 minutes; the logs will still be soft in the center.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the confectioners' sugar with 5 to 6 teaspoons rum to make a pourable glaze. While the logs are still warm, drizzle the glaze back and forth across the logs with a teaspoon and sprinkle them with the lemon zest. Allow to cool. Cut each log crosswise into 1 1/2-inch-wide bars.

HERMIT BARS



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Categories     Mixer     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Raisin     Walnut     Potluck     Molasses     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup raisins or currants
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together the flour, the baking soda, the salt, the cinnamon, the nutmeg, and the cloves. In another bowl with an electric mixer cream the butter with the brown sugar, beat in the egg, and beat in the molasses. Add the flour mixture, beating the mixture until it is just combined, and stir in the raisins and the walnuts. Spread the mixture in a buttered and floured 13- by 9-inch baking pan and bake it in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a tester comes clean. Let the mixture cool completely in the pan on a rack and cut it into 24 bars.

HEALTHY HERMIT BARS



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Hermit bars are basically an old fashioned spice cookie baked into a soft, chewy bar filled with raisins and nuts. They're said to date back to the late 1800s when the wives of New England sailors would make these for their husbands to take out to sea because they traveled so well. These are made with 100% whole grains, Omega rich almonds and walnuts, and magnesium rich molasses and Demerara sugar.

Provided by YummySmellsca

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 48m

Yield 1 9" pan, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
1/3 cup hot coffee
2 tablespoons soft coconut oil
2 tablespoons demerara sugar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/3 cup raisins, soaked in hot water and drained
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F and line a 9" pan with parchment.
  • Whisk together the flaxseed and coffee in a small bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl beat together oil, sugar, salt and molasses until well combined.
  • Add vanilla and the flax mixture and beat in well.
  • Stir in the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and cardamom until well combined.
  • Fold in the raisins and nuts.
  • Spread in the pan and bake for 15-20 minutes (I usually do 18).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 80.7, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Measure ingredients accurately: Use a kitchen scale to measure ingredients, especially flour and sugar, to ensure precise measurements.
  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of chocolate used in the recipes will greatly impact the flavor of the final product. Choose high-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate for the best results.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in tough, dense bars. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking helps to prevent the bars from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the bars until the edges are golden brown: The bars are done baking when the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent them from crumbling.

Conclusion:

The spicy hermit bars recipes provided in this article offer a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their combination of rich chocolate, chewy oats, and a hint of spice, these bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you prefer the classic recipe or a variation with added nuts, fruits, or spices, these bars are a delightful addition to any dessert table.

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