These Apple Oatmeal Cookies<\/strong> are soft, tender, and full of cozy fall flavors. They are made with rolled oats, applesauce, honey, warm spices, and fresh apple chunks, so you get a little piece of apple in every bite.<\/p>\n Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg give these cookies a lovely spiced flavor, while applesauce keeps the dough moist without needing a lot of butter. The diced apple pieces soften as they bake, adding little pockets of juicy apple throughout the cookies.<\/p>\n They come together easily and are perfect for a simple fall dessert, afternoon snack, or something sweet to enjoy with a cup of coffee.<\/p>\n Rolled oats:<\/strong> Give the cookies their oatmeal texture. Old-fashioned rolled oats work best.<\/p>\n All-purpose flour:<\/strong> Provides structure and keeps the cookies from becoming too soft.<\/p>\n Apple:<\/strong> Use a firm apple and cut it into small \u00bc-inch (6 mm) pieces. Small pieces distribute evenly through the dough and soften nicely as the cookies bake.<\/p>\n Applesauce:<\/strong> Adds moisture and natural apple flavor while keeping the cookies soft and tender.<\/p>\n Honey:<\/strong> Sweetens the cookies and adds a subtle flavor that works especially well with the apples and spices.<\/p>\n Butter:<\/strong> Adds richness and gives the cookies a tender texture.<\/p>\n Egg:<\/strong> Helps bind the ingredients and gives the cookies structure.<\/p>\n Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg:<\/strong> This combination gives the cookies their warm, lightly spiced flavor.<\/p>\n Vanilla extract:<\/strong> Rounds out the flavors.<\/p>\n Baking powder and baking soda:<\/strong> Help the cookies rise slightly as they bake.<\/p>\n Salt:<\/strong> Balances the sweetness and enhances the spices.<\/p>\n Cut the apple into small pieces.<\/strong> Aim for about \u00bc inch (6 mm). Larger pieces can make the cookies harder to shape and can release more moisture during baking.<\/p>\n Use a firm apple.<\/strong> Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Gala are all good choices. Avoid very soft apples, which can become mushy in the dough.<\/p>\n Use unsweetened applesauce.<\/strong> Since honey provides the sweetness, unsweetened applesauce lets you control the overall sweetness of the cookies.<\/p>\n Use softened butter.<\/strong> The butter should be soft enough to mix easily with the honey, but it doesn\u2019t need to be melted.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t skip the 10-minute rest.<\/strong> The oats need a little time to absorb the moisture from the applesauce and form a scoopable dough.<\/p>\n Flatten the cookies before baking.<\/strong> The dough is fairly thick and the cookies won\u2019t spread very much on their own.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t overbake.<\/strong> Take the cookies out when the edges are lightly golden and the centers still look soft. They will continue to set as they cool.<\/p>\n Let them cool before moving them.<\/strong> Freshly baked cookies are delicate. Giving them 5 minutes on the baking sheet helps them firm up without drying out.<\/p>\n Yes, but the texture will be softer and less hearty. For the best oatmeal texture, I recommend rolled oats.<\/p>\n Yes. Unsweetened store-bought applesauce works well in this recipe. If using homemade applesauce, make sure it isn\u2019t excessively watery.<\/p>\n Honey provides sweetness and moisture, so replacing it may change the texture. Maple syrup can be used as an alternative, although the flavor will be slightly different.<\/p>\n Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Because they contain fresh apple and applesauce, they are best enjoyed while fresh.<\/p>\n For longer storage, freeze the cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.<\/p>\n If you love baking with apples, try these recipes next:<\/p>\n YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:Why You\u2019ll Love These Apple Oatmeal Cookies<\/h2>\n
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How to Make Apple Oatmeal Cookies<\/h2>\n
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