Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Apple Oatmeal Cookies offer a delightful blend of chewy rolled oats and sweet, tart apples, creating a warm and comforting treat perfect for any occasion. With hints of cinnamon and a soft texture, these cookies evoke nostalgia while being incredibly easy to make. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for later; they are sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped tart apples (like Granny Smith)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the chopped apples.
- Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added texture, incorporate nuts or swap raisins for cranberries. - Use whole wheat or gluten-free flour to accommodate dietary needs. - Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.