Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Healthy Oatmeal Cookies, where wholesome ingredients come together to create a soft and chewy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These cookies are made without added sugar, relying instead on natural sweetness from honey and applesauce. Packed with nutritious oats, dark chocolate chips, and raisins, they not only satisfy your sweet cravings but also provide essential fiber and nutrients. Whether you need a quick snack, a post-workout reward, or a delicious addition to your lunchbox, these cookies are sure to please everyone—kids and adults alike. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to customize with your favorite nuts or dried fruits. Whip up a batch today and enjoy a guilt-free dessert that’s both tasty and nourishing!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup well chopped raw walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix unsweetened applesauce, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and honey until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture; stir until just combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before scooping onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg