Healthy Oatmeal Cookies with Applesauce
This recipe transforms the traditional oatmeal cookie into a healthier alternative, featuring applesauce as a natural sweetener and moistening agent. It's a perfect blend of health and taste, suitable for all cookie enthusiasts.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix applesauce, honey, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in raisins or cranberries if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a crisper cookie, flatten the dough slightly before baking. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.