Description
These Low Sugar Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies are a wholesome treat featuring oats and applesauce, perfect for family moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar or alternative sweetener (like coconut sugar or maple syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the applesauce, brown sugar (or sweetener), and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl, stirring until well mixed.
- Whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just blended.
- Fold in the raisins or chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool the cookies on a wire rack.
Notes
Measure ingredients accurately to ensure the best cookie texture. Experiment with different mix-ins and sweeteners to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cookies, oatmeal cookies, healthy desserts, low sugar, applesauce