Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 Wooden Spoon or Electric Mixer
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 measuring cup set
- 1 measuring spoon set
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
- 1 cup Brown Sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups Rolled Oats
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Raisins optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- If using, fold in the raisins gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
When making applesauce oatmeal cookies, ensure that your butter is soft enough to blend easily with the sugar, as this will help achieve a smooth and even texture in the dough. If you prefer a chewier cookie, consider chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking, as this helps the cookies hold their shape and enhances the flavors. Feel free to customize the cookies by adding nuts or chocolate chips for variety.
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