Golden Raisin Coconut Oat Bars

A treat for raisin lovers! Prep time does not include cooling the crust. If you prefer a sweeter crust add in more brown sugar.

Set oven to 350 degrees.

Butter a 9-inch square baking dish.

For the crust.

In a bowl stir together the melted butter , white sugar , brown sugar until well blended.

In a small bowl mix together flour , oats , cinnamon and pinch of salt , then add to the creamed mixture.

Mix until just blended.

Lightly press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Bake for 15 minutes , or until lightly browned.

Cool to room temperature.

For the raisin topping.

In a bowl beat the eggs with sugar and vanilla using an electric mixer until fluffy.

In a small bowl mix together flour , baking powder and cinnamon.

Using a spatula fold into the egg / sugar mixture until blended.

Stir in raisins and coconut.

Mix to combine.

Spread over the cooled crust.

Bake for about 20-25 minutes , or until golden brown.

Cool before slicing.

butter, sugar, light brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, golden raisins, unsweetened coconut