Low Sugar Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
These Low Sugar Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies are a healthy and delicious treat, perfect for those seeking a fiber-rich snack with minimal added sugar. Combining the natural sweetness of sweetened applesauce with hearty oats and creamy peanut butter, these cookies offer a satisfying texture and flavor without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sweetened applesauce
- 1 cup peanut butter (or alternative nut or seed spread)
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking, and set it aside for later use.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened applesauce, oats, peanut butter, and cinnamon. Stir the mixture well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and you have a cohesive dough.
- Shape and Arrange the Cookies: Using your hands, form the dough into 12 equal-sized balls. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet. Press each ball down gently to flatten into a cookie shape.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are firm around the edges. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet or transfer them to a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar for lower sugar content.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a handful of raisins or chopped nuts.
- To make these cookies vegan, ensure the sweetened applesauce does not contain any animal-derived ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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