Heart-Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavors with these Heart-Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies. Made with old-fashioned rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and natural creamy peanut butter, these guilt-free treats are sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce. A hint of cinnamon adds warmth, while chopped walnuts bring a delightful crunch, and optional dark chocolate chips offer a touch of indulgence. Using melted coconut oil instead of butter makes these cookies a better-for-you option without sacrificing taste. Ready in under 30 minutes, these soft and chewy cookies are ideal for a quick snack, breakfast on the go, or a satisfying dessert. Perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious spin on classic oatmeal cookies, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for health-conscious and cookie-loving individuals alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Natural creamy peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 0.5 cup Pure maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In a large bowl, whisk the peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the unsweetened applesauce to the wet ingredients until incorporated.
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Fold in the chopped walnuts and optional dark chocolate chips.
Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, placing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten the tops of the cookies with the back of a spoon, as they will not spread much during baking.
Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
