Description
These delightful chewy apple cinnamon oatmeal cookies are the perfect blend of warmth and texture. Featuring hearty old-fashioned rolled oats, fragrant cinnamon, and the tart brightness of fresh Granny Smith apples, these cookies offer a satisfying treat. Each bite is balanced by the deep molasses notes of brown sugar, ensuring they stay moist and flavorful for days. Ideal for autumn gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, this foolproof recipe results in soft, consistent, and memorable cookies.
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups old fashioned oats
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup Granny Smith apple, peeled and finely diced (1/4 inch)
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Toss the diced apples with lemon juice in a small bowl and set aside.
Whisk together the flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
Using a stand mixer, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy and well-combined.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples by hand.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your apples are diced into small 1/4 inch pieces so they bake evenly into the cookies. For the best result, do not substitute quick oats for the old fashioned rolled oats, as the texture depends on the heartiness of the thicker oat flakes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg