These Fresh Apple Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the flavors of fresh apples and warm spices. Perfect for a cozy treat any time of the year.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍎 1 cup fresh apple, peeled and finely chopped
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 🍬 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🍦 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🌾 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🌾 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 🌿 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 🌿 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 🌾 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 🍯 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
📝 Directions:
Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the oats, chopped apples, and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve:
- Enjoy your delicious Fresh Apple Oatmeal Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea.
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 24 cookies
🔥 Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
💡 Notes:
- For added flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves or allspice to the dry ingredients.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Enjoy your delightful Fresh Apple Oatmeal Cookies! 🍏✨🍽️