Description

These Healthy Oatmeal Cookies are a wholesome treat made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. Softened with unsweetened applesauce and enriched with optional raisins, dark chocolate chips, or nuts, these cookies offer a balanced blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert, they bake quickly and store well, making them an excellent addition to any clean eating plan.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup whole wheat flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

¼ cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup honey or pure maple syrup
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsweetened applesauce

Optional Add-ins

⅓ cup raisins or dark chocolate chips
¼ cup chopped nuts

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Combine wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix the melted coconut oil (or butter), honey (or maple syrup), egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce. Stir until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
Combine wet and dry: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently just until the ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
Add optional ingredients: If desired, fold in raisins, dark chocolate chips, or chopped nuts to add texture and flavor to your cookies.
Rest the dough: Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to allow the oats and flour to absorb moisture, which helps with the texture.
Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flatten each cookie slightly with your fingers or a spatula for even cooking.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating they are done.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps firm them up and prevents breakage.

Notes

The applesauce keeps these cookies soft and adds natural sweetness without extra fat.
These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
For longer storage, freeze the cookies in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Substitute raisins with dark chocolate chips or nuts to vary the flavor and texture.
Using whole wheat flour increases fiber content and adds a nutty taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 110
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg