Raisin Cake Bars: Old-Fashioned Comfort in Every Bite

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup packed brown sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (room temperature)

• 1½ cups raisins

For the Glaze (Optional but Lovely):

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

The Method: Simple Steps, Perfect Results

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