Golden Raisin-Coconut Oat Bars |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 9 |
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A treat for raisin lovers! Prep time does not include cooling the crust. If you prefer a sweeter crust add in more brown sugar. Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, melted |
1/4 cup sugar |
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar |
1 cup flour |
1/2 cup rolled oats (not quick cooking) |
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 pinch salt |
2 large eggs |
2 teaspoons vanilla |
1 cup light brown sugar, packed |
1/3 cup flour |
1/2 teaspoon baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 1/2 cups golden raisins |
1 cup soft unsweetened coconut |
Directions:
1. Set oven to 350 degrees.
2. Butter a 9-inch square baking dish.
3. For the crust; in a bowl stir together the melted butter, white sugar, brown sugar until well blended.
4. In a small bowl mix together flour, oats, cinnamon and pinch of salt, then add to the creamed mixture; mix until just blended.
5. Lightly press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned; cool to room temperature.
7. For the raisin topping; in a bowl beat the eggs with sugar and vanilla using an electric mixer until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
8. In a small bowl mix together flour, baking powder and cinnamon; using a spatula fold into the egg/sugar mixture until blended.
9. Stir in raisins and coconut; mix to combine.
10. Spread over the cooled crust.
11. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Cool before slicing.
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