I wanted to let you know April 5 National Raisin and Spice Bar Day #RaisinAndSpiceBarDay with today being Sunday that means parents will be returning to work tomorrow and children to school. I thought you might want to make Raisin and Spice Bar’s to celebrate today with.
Then you would have #breakfast for the next couple days. Although, Charlie might try a Raisin and Spice Bar and I’m sure David would eat one or two of them because he likes Raisins. I will pass because I don’t like Rasins. What about you?’
Today is National Raisin and Spice Bar Day on April 5th and we are celebrating the day to enjoy sweet and delicious Raisins filled with the aroma of fragrant Spices. National Raisin and Spice Bar Day is a relatively new holiday, and it aims to appreciate the goodness of the Raisin and Spice bar and the snacks or treats we can make from it. T
he soothing texture and flavor can make National Raisin and Spice Bar Day sweet and enjoyable in no time. So what are we waiting for? Let’s list our favorite flavors and make the best treats with Raisins and Spices!
Grapes are delicious on their own. We have been using Grapes since prehistoric times. But we did not know about Raisins until 2000 B.C. Raisins were extensively used throughout history as a delicacy. It is dried Fruit with the goodness of nutrients inside. Today we are using Raisins for numerous health benefits. Raisins improve digestion, eyesight, blood pressure, bone strength, immunity, and even tooth decay.
The use of Spices also dates back to the dawn of civilizations. Archeological findings show records mentioning them from ancient India, Egypt, and China. Cinnamon is widely considered the oldest Spice used.
Did you know Spices are sometimes also referred to as Herbs? But they are different and are made from different sections of Plants and are often processed in different ways. But one thing they have in common is the medicinal benefits. Spices can boast numerous clinically proven medicinal benefits. Spices are rich in compounds that can work inside our bodies and make us better.
The combination of Raisins and Spices creates a delicious mix of mouthwatering taste with tons of health benefits. It is simple to prepare, elegant to arrange, rich in nutrients, and most importantly, it is best for gifting to your loved one. It is comfort food that can go with anything we like. No matter how we make it, this simple dish is a dancing stage for refreshing flavors that can complement each other, making l Raisin and Spice Bar a perfect culinary treat.
National Raisin and Spice Bar Day Activities
- The best quality spices are needed for the best quality treats. Go Spice shopping from the best Spice Markets in your town.
- Discuss with your friends the best recipes with Spices and Raisins. Bake them together for a tasty treat. Then vote on the treats to figure out the best treat.
- Food is always better when it is shared with everyone. Share the treat you baked with Raisins and Spices with your family and friends.
Facts About Raisins
- Did you know ancient Roman physicians used to prescribe Raisins to treat Mushroom poisoning.
- Roman emperor Augustus loved to eat small Birds after they were cooked and stuffed with Raisins. I don’t know about you but Charlie and I will pass on this dish and we hope David would to. What about you?
- Four pounds of Grapes will only give you one pound of Raisins. That’s a whole lot of Grapes.
- Ancient Greeks used Raisins as prizes in sporting events.
- Hannibal, a Carthaginian General, provided Raisins to his troops when crossing the Alps.
Why People Love National Raisin and Spice Bar Day
Raisins and Spices go well together and they offer different flavors, but combining these is a feast for us.
Celebrate National Raisin and Spice Bar Day to make Raisin and Spice bars today because people love yummy treats and cannot resist a tasty delight. Can they?
National Raisin and Spice Baris not a day to eat the treats in solitude. People make Raisin and Spice bars to share with their loved ones because people love to spend time with loved ones while feasting on delicious treats.
Recipe:
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 48 Yield: 4 dozen
Ingredients
Original recipe yields 48 servings
- 1 cup raisins
- 2 ½ cups water
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon maple flavored extract
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10×15 inch jellyroll pan.
- Place the raisins and water into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook for 3 minutes. Drain, and reserve the liquid. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in the egg and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; stir into the batter alternately with the raisin water. Set aside 1/4 cup of the raisin liquid to use for the frosting. Mix in raisins last. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is lightly browned. While the cake is baking, stir together the reserved raisin water, maple extract and confectioners’ sugar to make a thin glaze. Pour over the cake while still hot. Cool, then cut into squares to serve.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
