Apple-Raisin Bars

Makes 12 bars Prep time 15 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

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 apples

3/4 cup raisins

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Liberally coat a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with cooking spray

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

3. In a large bowl, with 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 degrees for 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.