Apple-Raisin Bars

By mamacasma

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1-1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups packed light-brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-1/2 cups diced Golden Delicious apple
• 3/4 cup raisins

Details

Servings 12
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 50mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Liberally coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

2. In a medium-size bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; set aside.

3. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, blend together sugar, eggs, butter and vanilla for 3 minutes or until smooth.

4. Reduce speed to low and gradually add flour mixture; mix for
2 minutes or until just incorporated. Stir in diced apples and raisins and spread into prepared pan.

5. Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.