15+ Delicious Raisin Recipes for National Raisin Day (April 30)

April 30 is National Raisin Day.

Raisins are basically dried grapes. They are produced in many regions of the world and may be eaten raw or used in cooking, baking and brewing.

Raisin varieties depend on the type of grape used, and are made in a variety of sizes and colors including green, black, blue, purple and yellow. Raisins are traditionally sun-dried, but may also be water-dipped and artificially dehydrated.

Raisins are low in fat and contain important nutrients like iron, copper, calcium, and antioxidants. They can contain up to 72% sugars by weight, most of which is fructose and glucose. Raisins also contain about 3% protein and 3.7% – 6.8% dietary fiber. They are also high in certain antioxidants but have a lower vitamin C content than fresh grapes. Raisins are low in sodium and contain no cholesterol.

Here are 15+ delicious raisin recipes to celebrate National Raisin Day:

Oatmeal Raisin Pie

Oatmeal Raisin Pie recipe by Fork vs. Spoon

Raisin Scones

Raisin Scones recipe by Rasa Malaysia

Carrot Raisin Salad

Carrot Raisin Salad recipe by The Healthy Foodie

Irish Soda Bread with Raisins

Irish Soda Bread with Raisins recipe by The Kitchen McCabe

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies recipe by A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

Cinnamon Raisin Bagels

Cinnamon Raisin Bagels recipe by Babble

Yaourtopitta (Yoghurt and Raisin Cake)

Yaourtopitta (Yoghurt and Raisin Cake) recipe by Gourmet Traveller

Raisin Bran Muffins

Raisin Bran Muffins recipe by One Hundred Dollars a Month

Homemade Cinnamon Raisin Bread

Homemade Cinnamon Raisin Bread recipe by SuperGlue Mom

Broccoli Salad with Bacon, Raisins and Cheddar Cheese

Broccoli Salad with Bacon, Raisins and Cheddar Cheese recipe by Julia’s Album

Rum Raisin Ice Cream

Rum Raisin Ice Cream recipe by Daily Delicious

Easy Raisin Bran Breakfast Bars

Easy Raisin Bran Breakfast Bars recipe by The Adventures of J-Man and MillerBug

Cinnamon Raisin Carrot Cake

Cinnamon Raisin Carrot Cake recipe by Grandmother’s Kitchen

Sour Cream Raisin Pie

Sour Cream Raisin Pie recipe by TasteBook

Coconut Covered Raisins

Coconut Covered Raisins recipe by The Coconut Mama

Easy Raisin Sauce for Ham

Easy Raisin Sauce for Ham recipe by Food.com