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Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies

These 1-bowl applesauce oatmeal cookies are a wholesome treat you'll enjoy any time of day! They're gluten-free, vegan, and low-fat, with minimal added sugar. Enjoy as an afternoon snack, light dessert, or breakfast cookie.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 100 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar or similar granulated sweetener; see Notes
  • 3 Tablespoons smooth almond butter or other nut/seed butter
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup raisins or other small/chopped dried fruit, like cranberries or cherries
  • 1 palmful chopped nuts, optional such as walnuts, pecans, pistachios

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl combine the applesauce, coconut sugar, almond butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until smooth. Add the oats and stir very well.
  3. Now it's time to get your hands dirty. Use one hand to squeeze, knead, and mix it all together even more. This helps soften the oats and breaks them up a bit, which helps with binding. Note: If the mixture is too moist and doesn't stick together when squeezed, add more oats, about 2 Tbsp, and mix again.
  4. Measure 2 tablespoon of dough per cookie, and use your hands to form them into shape—about 2 inches wide and ⅜-inch thick. Place on the baking sheet an inch or so apart (they don't spread). If including nuts, press a few pieces into the top of each cookie.
  5. Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the moisture has evaporated and the cookies are set. Allow to cool on the baking sheet before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Sugar: Light brown sugar, date sugar, or regular sugar are fine, too. Or use a combination.
  • Store: Once the cookies are completely cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to  4 days. For slightly longer shelf life, store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or pop one in the microwave for about 10 seconds for a quick treat!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cookie Calories 100kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 55mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 100kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 55mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.