Description
A wholesome and delicious cookie recipe that utilizes applesauce for natural sweetness, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins (nuts, dried fruits, or dark chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cream the wet ingredients: In another large bowl, combine applesauce, melted butter (or coconut oil), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Combine the mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Scoop onto the baking sheet using a cookie scoop or spoon, leaving space for them to spread.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking and avoid overmixing for tender cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: applesauce cookies, oatmeal cookies, low sugar cookies, healthy dessert, vegetarian cookies