Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup peeled and finely chopped apple
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped apple and raisins, if using.
7. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies
Tips:
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent cookies from spreading too much.