Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Try these Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies the next time you're looking for a classic cookie that's a little less sweet and still SO good. They're soft-baked, and so yummy.
Servings: 12 (Makes about 24 cookies)
Calories: 144kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- Mix the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and raisins together in a medium bowl.
- Melt the butter in a heat-safe bowl.
- Stir together the butter, applesauce, egg, and vanilla in a small bowl.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry, using a spoon to thoroughly combine.
- Portion out tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheet. Press down slightly. The dough will be sticky.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges and bottoms are browned. Let cool on the rack and eat warm or store for later.
Notes
- To store, place cookies in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Use other dried fruit instead of raisins such as dried cranberries or cherries.
- Use some chocolate chips in the mix.
- Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free rolled oats and cup-for-cup gluten-free flour.
- Dairy-free: Use coconut oil in place of butter.
- Egg-free: Omit the egg. Use 1/4 cup maple syrup instead of the brown sugar.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cookies | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 141IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg