Apple Raisin Walnut Breakfast Bars Recipe

Apple-Raisin-Walnut Breakfast Bars

9” x 13” baking dish, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.

Sift together, set aside:

2 c. flour

2 tsp. Baking powder

1 ½ tsp. Cinnamon

½ tsp. salt

               

In a large bowl, on medium speed, blend together:

   Approximately 3 minutes or until smooth:

2 c. light-brown sugar

2 eggs

½ c. (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened

1 tsp. vanilla

Reduce speed to low, gradually add flour mixture for 2 minutes.

Stir in:

1 ½ c. diced apple

1 c. oats (not instant)

¾ c. raisins

½ c. chopped walnuts.

Spread into prepared pan.  Bake at 350* for 35 minutes; until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.  Cool completely; cut into bars (18 – 24).  Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Have fun with this one; mix and match fruit and nuts for your own favorite.  It's solid enough to be used as a trail bar - but won't break your teeth!

Juanita