Hermits

Delight in the timeless charm of "Hermits," a soft and spicy old-fashioned cookie bar that blends warm spices, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts in every bite. Perfectly balanced with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these tender cookie bars are baked into golden-brown logs, then sliced into rustic, bite-sized bars for easy snacking or sharing. With a simple preparation process and only 20 minutes of prep time, "Hermits" are the ideal treat to evoke nostalgia while filling your kitchen with the cozy aroma of homemade goodness. Serve them fresh with a cup of coffee, store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or gift them as a heartwarming homemade dessert. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon pick-me-up or a holiday favorite, these spiced bar cookies are sure to become a cherished recipe in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup, packed brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups raisins
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts using a spatula or wooden spoon.

Step 7

Divide the dough into two equal halves. Shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place each log on the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space for spreading.

Step 8

Bake the logs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are set and lightly golden on the edges.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, slice each log into 1-inch bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1279 grams (1279.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4923

Total Fat 194.40g	249%
Saturated Fat 68.50g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 806mg	269%
Sodium 3407mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 754.30g	274%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 403.10g
Protein 86.80g	174%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 556mg	43%
Iron 30mg	165%
Potassium 3162mg	67%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 59.0%