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Soft and Chewy Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies

A stack of four golden brown, textured applesauce cookies resting on a small white plate.
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Make soft, chewy cookies using applesauce for moisture. This easy recipe combines oats and warm spices for a comforting treat perfect for fall baking or an everyday snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg until just combined. Mix in the applesauce and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats using a wooden spoon or spatula.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You do not need to chill this dough.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers will look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use cinnamon applesauce instead of plain applesauce.
  • If you want a healthier cookie, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
  • These cookies stay moist for several days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

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