Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars Recipe

Decadent and easy Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars—a beloved recipe from a Minnesota mom's club! These chewy, sweet treats are perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or a comforting afternoon snack. Skip the scratch baking and enjoy this simple, delicious shortcut recipe.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 132.8 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
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1 cup raisins
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1 cup sour cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
Stir in the raisins.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars?

Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars?

Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars has approximately 132.8 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars?

The key ingredients for Cake Mix Sour Cream Raisin Bars are Yellow Cake Mix, Margarine, Raisins, Pecans, Sugar, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.