Alkali Bars
Alkali Bars are chewy, spiced raisin cookies with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. Their rich, fruity flavor combined with chopped walnuts makes them perfect for tea time or festive occasions, offering a delightful treat that balances sweetness and aromatic spices in every bite.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring the raisins and water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the salad oil; let cool to lukewarm.
- Stir in the sugar and the beaten egg.
- Sift together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground cloves.
- Beat the dry ingredients into the raisin mixture.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
- Dust with powdered sugar while still warm.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).