Pinterest

Gerhild's Raisin Squares made Just like Oma

Oma Gerhild

by: Gerhild Fulson  /  Cookbook Author, Blogger, German Oma!

This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information.

Get Cooking Just Like Oma Cookbook Now

These raisin squares, similar to Hermit Squares, bring a warm, spicy fragrance to the kitchen. Because it's not a traditional German recipe, you may wonder why it is featured here.

Check out Oma's Quickies to find out why. Quick and easy, this is a great bar recipe to use for Bake Sales and Potlucks. 

These raisin squares are like little fruitcakes ... so good!

With its spicy aroma, these Rosinenschnitten great at Christmas as well. Covered with a lemon butter icing, I alter it using almond flavoring instead - a mock marzipan flavor - hence, a German twist.

Oma's Non German Favs

Now, personally, I'm really not a fan of raisins.

When given a choice in a recipe between adding raisins or nuts, for example, I'll always choose nuts.

However, my hubby loves raisins. One of his favorite "Canadian" recipes is raisin pie.

And, because I do love my hubby, I'll add raisins, just for him!

Get ready for Christmas! Grab your copy of Oma's collection of her favorites in Christmas Cookies e-Cookbook.

Take a look at Oma’s Christmas Cookies eCookbook and enjoy the traditional taste of German cuisine this Christmas.

Take a peek at all Oma's eCookbooks. They make sharing your German heritage a delicious adventure!

That's why this recipe is so nice. With the "German twist" that I love, and the raisins that hubby loves, these "Rosinenschnitten" are a hit. 

oma's recipe for raisin squares! YUM!

What a pretty presentation this makes. Adding sliced strawberries on top of the icing just before serving, brings color and a taste of freshness. 


Ready to make these raisin squares?

Is the recipe below locked? Here's why

Get Cooking Just Like Oma Cookbook Now

Gerhild's Raisin Squares made Just like Oma

With its spicy aroma, these Rosinenschnitten great at Christmas as well. Covered with a lemon butter icing, I alter it using almond flavoring instead - a mock marzipan flavor - hence, a German twist

Prep Time

20 minutes

Bake Time

30 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Servings:

Makes 16 squares

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup raisins
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 cup flour, all purpose
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1½ tablespoons lemon juice or 1 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 8x8-inch pan.
  2. Put first 8 ingredients into large pot. Bring to boil, lower heat, and simmer gently for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  3. Mix baking soda and 2 teaspoons of water in a small bowl. Stir into raisin mixture.
  4. Let raisin mixture cool. I've placed the pot into cold water to speed this up.
  5. Mix together flour and baking powder. Stir into raisin mixture. Mix well.
  6. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until set.
  7. Let cool in pan on wire rack.
  8. In mixing bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter, and lemon juice (or almond extract) until smooth, adding more juice (or water) until spreading consistency.
  9. Spread over cooled raisin squares.

Notes/Hints:

  • If you want thinner and more squares (as shown in the picture), then use a 9x9-inch pan. This only takes about 15 to 20 minutes to bake. Cuts into 25 squares.

*  *  *  *  *

Unless otherwise noted recipe, images and content © Just like Oma | www.quick-german-recipes.com

You might like these

Follow Oma on Social Media:

Buy me a coffee?

Leave a comment about this recipe or ask a question?

Pop right over to my private Facebook group, the Kaffeeklatschers. You'll find thousands of German foodies, all eager to help and to talk about all things German, especially these yummy foods. 

Meet with us around Oma's table, pull up a chair, grab a coffee and a piece of Apfelstrudel, and enjoy the visit.

Newest Recipes

  1. The Best Jagerschnitzel Sauce: Oma's Mushroom Gravy for Jägerschnitzel

    jaegerschnitzel-plated-web.jpg
    Jagerschnitzel: Rich creamy bacon & mushroom gravy over crispy breaded pork schnitzel (cutlets). HEAVENLY! A traditional German meal that's PERFECT anytime.

    Go to Recipe

  2. How to Make German Schnitzel Recipe: Oma's Classic Schweineschnitzel

    German schnitzel with asparagus 600 2020
    Discover the ultimate German schnitzel recipe with Oma's quick and easy method - perfect for any occasion! Taste the authentic flavors of Germany today.

    Go to Recipe

  3. Oma’s Favorite Finds: German-inspired items for cooking & entertaining

    Gerhild Fulson shopping
    Oma's Favorite Finds offer a range of Oma’s favorite German-inspired must-have items that make cooking and entertaining more enjoyable, yummy, and efficient.

    Go to Recipe

*  *  *  *  *


PIN to SAVE this recipe to your Pinterest board!

And let’s be friends on Pinterest!

These raisin squares are like little fruitcakes ... so good!

Gerhild's Raisin Squares made Just like Oma



By


Gerhild's Raisin Squares made Just like Oma


These Raisin Squares, similar to Hermit Squares, bring a warm, spicy fragrance to the kitchen. Love it with 'marzipan' icing! So goood!


Ingredients: raisins, brown sugar, butter, spices, baking soda, all-purpose flour, baking powder, powdered sugar, lemon juice,

For the full recipe, scroll up ...

Words to the Wise

"If you set a trap for others, you will get caught in it yourself. If you roll a boulder down on others, it will crush you instead."

Proverbs 26:27 (NLT)

Copyright © | Quick German Recipes (Just like Oma) | All Rights Reserved

Powered by: Make Your Knowledge Sell!

AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Quick German Recipes participates in various affiliate advertising to provide a means to earn advertising fees by linking to retail websites. This website is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com and affiliated sites. I will not promote products I do not own or would not buy myself. My goal is to provide you with product information and my own personal opinions or ideas.  At times, I will showcase services, programs, and products. I aim to highlight ones that you might find interesting, and if you buy future items from those companies, I may get a small share of the revenue from the sale. We are independently owned and the opinions expressed here are our own.
YOU SHOULD ALWAYS PERFORM DUE DILIGENCE BEFORE BUYING GOODS OR SERVICES ONLINE.


Quick-German-recipes.com does not sell any personal information

copyscape image