Low Fat Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Packed with wholesome ingredients and irresistible fall flavors, these Low Fat Apple Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect guilt-free treat for any time of day. Made with old-fashioned rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and a touch of brown sugar, these cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with diced bits of fresh apple and a hint of cinnamon. They’re delightfully simple to make, coming together in just under 30 minutes, and are ideal for anyone seeking a lower-fat dessert option without sacrificing taste. Plus, the optional addition of raisins adds a pleasant pop of sweetness and texture. Enjoy these healthy apple oatmeal cookies as a comforting snack or as a light, wholesome dessert the entire family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.75 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 medium Fresh apple (peeled, cored, and diced into small pieces)
- 0.25 cups Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, stir together the unsweetened applesauce and brown sugar until smooth. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as it can make the cookies dense.
Fold in the diced apple pieces and raisins (if using) to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. The centers should still be soft but set.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy your low-fat apple oatmeal cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.3 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.6 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1568 mg | 33% | |
*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.
