It’s no secret that raisins are not everyone’s favorite food, but here are some ideas on how to incorporate raisins into some yummy homemade treats. These ideas range from full meals to desserts and even to light snacks that are sure to impress your friends and family.

• Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: A classic cookie recipe that combines oats, raisins, and cinnamon.

• Trail Mix: For a light, on the go snack, try throwing raisins in a bag with nuts and chocolate for the perfect combination of sweet and salty                                                                         
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• Cinnamon Raisin Bread/Bagels: If you are looking for a more adventurous use of raisins, try making your very own cinnamon raisin bread or cinnamon raisin bagels. To make this, prepare it like you would a regular loaf of bread (or bagel), but make sure to load it with cinnamon and raisins. 

• Granola Bars: If you are a busy person, like myself, you might want to consider making some homemade granola bars to grab on-the-go. Try combining oats, rice, nuts of your choice, chocolate chips, and honey to create a chewy, delicious snack. 

• Salads: Add raisins to your salads for a splash of color and flavor!