Raisin Recipes

Broccoli salad is a summertime party staple. This version is healthier--with plenty of flavor from almonds and raisins!

Bake these over the weekend, and enjoy throughout the week for breakfast or a snack.

Makes an interesting dessert.

Less than 50 calories per cookie

My first ever attempt at baking with a sourdough starter, these muffins rose perfectly, are low in fat and are a great spicy blend of sweet and sour!! Original recipe came from Breadchick at The Sour Dough (http://breadchick.com/?p=349).

Warm and Delicious Scones

Sounds unbelievable? Try and you'll love it.

best bran muffins!

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie with very similar nutritional information to the cookie suggested in the meal plan.

Tastes so decadent, but is actually a much lighter variation of a classic comfort-food favorite thanks to a few changes in the "custard" mixture.

This recipe idea came to me when I had a couple of day old bagels lying around. I didnt want to waste them so I thought it would be interesting to try and make a bread pudding out of them. Any bagels will do (blueberry or apple cinnamon would be great too), but it just happened that I had 2 cinnamon raisin bagels which worked out really well.

Just a few suggestions:

*If using plain bagels, you may want to add a couple of tablespoons of sugar to your custard mixture and some fresh or dried fruits for a little more flavor.

*Most of the fat in this recipe comes from the addition of walnuts so you can omit the topping altogether, but I really like it!

*Make sure your bagels arent fresh! That will effect the texture of the finished product. If you don't have any stale bagels lying around, you can lightly toast the bagels or cut up pieces the night before and allow to sit out until they're firm.

These are DELICIOUS!!!! They are large, and the big raisins really deliver a sweet burst when you bite into them.

This is a modified version of my original Fiber One protein bar recipe posted on my blog. This one cuts out the artificial sweeteners except what is already present in your protein powder of choice, and adds in a bit of coconut for flavor and texture. It tastes like a krispie treat smooshed on top of a chocolate Tootsie Roll infused with just a hint of coconut, raisin, and peanut butter, and it is dairy-free and artificial sweetener free except for the protein powder. You can try to find a Stevia-sweetened, non-dairy protein powder if you like. Also, note that one bar has over 7 grams of fiber, which is over 1/4 of your recommended daily intake.

At 226 calories, 29 g carbs (7 g fiber), 20 g protein, and 6 g fat, this is suitable as a portable meal replacement or post-workout snack for those of you doing Body-for-Life, South Beach, the Zone, or other similar plans.

An easy way to make a truly delicious Carrot Cake!

Vegans crave sweets, too! Here's a vegan-friendly recipe for healthy, whole wheat muffins that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, vegan or not. Dairy-free, and more importantly, guilt-free!

These have a great flavor, the perfect amount of sweetness, and a nice, soft texture (be sure to use whole wheat PASTRY flour, not regular whole wheat!). Nutritious, too!

These are SUPER easy, quick and amazing--perfect for snacking on the go.

Makes 5 GIANT Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Great for breakfast or a snack. Chewy and Tasty:) Very low-fat and low-calorie!

Better than cupcakes but just as cute! This is an adaptation of the Pumpkin Muffins recipe that is also super tasty!

A very flexible recipe and a delicious source of fiber! My kids love these muffins!!! You can add just about anything you want and make it your own. Enjoy!!!

Raisins add sweetness and you can top with nuts to add protein. My twin toddlers love it!

This bread is always a hit and there are seldom any leftovers when I make it. The freshly baked bread also makes a great housewarming gift when offered warm and fragrant, right out of the oven. On the few occasions when I am lucky enough to have some cinnamon raisin bread left over, I like to use it for French toast or to whip up peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Almost tastes like an oatmeal raisin cookie! You'll need a dehydrator for this recipe.

I like these frosted with vanilla frosting or dusted with powdered sugar. Kids love these as a snack. I like these with carrots and walnuts added - but the kids prefer them plain.

Adapted from KAF: http://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/cin
namon-swirl-bread-recipe, this sweet yeasted loaf is everything you expect cinnamon-raisin bread to be with the added bonus of nutrition from a bottle of Ensure nutritional supplement.

Makes 6 biscuits. Serve warm on an early Sunday morning with coffee or orange juice and grab a banana before heading off to church. Recipe is easily doubled.

Sweet and tender from a warm honey and milk starter, this whole wheat bread has both corn meal and corn germ for a burst of nutty flavour that plays off the plump raisins perfectly.
If a softer crust is your goal with this already buttery, nutty tasting bread, brush the top of the loaf with melted butter right after removing it from the oven and keep the bread in the pan for 30 minutes to cool.