Cinnamon Coffee Baked Bars - Beliefnet

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1 cup brown sugar, firmly-packed
• 1/2 cup strong, good-quality hot coffee
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 cup raisins (use golden raisins for a milder flavor)
• 1/2 cup almonds or hazelnuts, chopped