Here’s a delicious recipe for Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars with Icing—a perfect dessert that combines the warm flavors of oatmeal, cinnamon, and raisins, with a sweet, creamy icing to finish!
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars with Icing
Ingredients:
For the Cookie Bars:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins (or more if you love them!)
For the Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (or more for desired consistency)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the cookie bars.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and brown sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs:
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Make sure the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Add Oats and Raisins:
- Stir in the rolled oats and raisins. The batter will be thick and chewy.
7. Bake:
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake.
8. Cool:
- Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Icing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add a little more milk; if it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency.
10. Ice the Bars:
- Once the bars are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the icing over the top.
11. Cut and Serve:
- Cut into squares or bars, and serve! These bars will stay fresh for several days when stored in an airtight container.
Enjoy!
These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars with Icing are soft, chewy, and full of flavor, with the added sweetness from the icing. They’re perfect for a cozy treat, after-school snack, or to share at your next gathering. 🍪🍩
