Combining the convenience of bars with low-fat ingredients, this recipe from the Quaker Oatmeal Kitchens is both quick to make and good for you. Makes about 32 bars.
Beat margarine or butter and sugars together in a large bowl until blended.
Step3
Add apple butter, egg whites, milk and vanilla and beat well.
Step4
Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg in a smaller bowl.
Step5
Add flour mixture to the mixture in the larger bowl and mix well.
Step6
Stir in oats and raisins.
Step7
Spread dough onto bottom of ungreased 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
Step8
Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until edges are light golden brown.
Step9
Remove from oven, cool completely and cut into bars.
Step10
Store in a tightly covered container.
Tips & Warnings
You can omit the nutmeg and/or salt if desired.
You can make this recipe into individual cookies, as well: just drop rounded spoonfuls onto greased baking sheets and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes.