Description
Indulge in these incredibly soft, cake-like cookies featuring fresh, tart Granny Smith apples and fragrant cinnamon. By utilizing the creaming method and a precise balance of rolled oats and finely diced fruit, these cookies retain their shape while delivering a tender, reliable texture perfect for gifting or a cozy weekend treat.
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 vanilla extract
1 cup Granny Smith apple, finely diced (1/4 inch)
2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Whisk together the flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
Toss the diced apples with lemon juice in a small bowl to coat and prevent browning.
Cream the softened butter and brown sugar in a stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Mix the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter mixture until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
Fold in the prepared diced apples by hand.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 15 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure the apple pieces are diced to a uniform 1/4 inch size to maintain structural integrity. Do not use instant oats for this recipe as they will not provide the necessary chewiness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: RECIPES
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 28mg