Heavenly Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies
These Heavenly Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful fusion of tender apples and wholesome oats. With a chewy exterior and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center, these cookies are perfect for snacking any time of the day. Bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and ginger, each cookie is enhanced by the addition of walnuts for a satisfying crunch. Ideal for sharing with loved ones or indulging alone, these cookies are a tasty way to enjoy a classic flavor combination. Try them freshly baked or stored for later, they’ll leave you craving more!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Granny Smith apples
1 cup (cored, peeled, and finely chopped)
Lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons
Unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup
Rolled old fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups
Ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons
Ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Sea salt, ground
1/2 teaspoon
Brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
Unsalted butter
1/2 cup (room temperature)
Unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup
Large egg
1
Pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Walnuts
1/3 cup (chopped (optional))
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped Granny Smith apples with lemon juice, tossing gently to coat. Set aside to allow the apples to absorb the lemon juice.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the unbleached all-purpose flour, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, baking soda, and sea salt. Whisk well until fully blended, then set aside.
3
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the packed brown sugar, room temperature unsalted butter, and unsweetened applesauce. Using the paddle attachment, beat on medium speed until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
4
Add the large egg and pure vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, continuing to blend until thoroughly mixed together.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined, about 30 seconds. Incorporate the prepared apples and walnuts (if using) by pulsing on low for another 15 seconds until evenly distributed.
6
Cover the cookie dough with wax paper, ensuring the paper touches the surface to prevent drying. Refrigerate the dough for at least 24 hours to enhance the flavors and texture.
7
When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
8
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit until it reaches a slightly softened state, approximately 15-20 minutes.
9
Using a tablespoon, scoop out about 1 ½ tablespoons of cookie dough and roll it into tall balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets, gently flattening each ball slightly.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
11
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your Heavenly Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies, makes 24 cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Heavenly Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies?
They are a fusion of tender apples and wholesome oats with a chewy exterior and a soft center, flavored with cinnamon, ginger, and walnuts.
What kind of apples are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of Granny Smith apples that have been cored, peeled, and finely chopped.
Why is lemon juice added to the apples?
Lemon juice is tossed with the chopped apples to coat them and allow the apples to absorb the juice before they are added to the dough.
What type of oats should I use for the best texture?
You should use 1 1/2 cups of rolled old-fashioned oats for the intended chewy texture.
What spices give these cookies their warm flavor?
The cookies are flavored with 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Is the flour sifted in this recipe?
Yes, you should sift together the unbleached all-purpose flour with the oats, spices, baking soda, and sea salt.
Can I use salted butter?
The recipe specifically requests 1/2 cup of unsalted butter at room temperature.
What is the purpose of adding applesauce to the dough?
1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce is mixed with the butter and brown sugar to help create a soft and moist cookie center.
Does this recipe include eggs?
Yes, the recipe requires one large egg to be blended into the sugar and butter mixture.
Are walnuts mandatory in this recipe?
No, the 1/3 cup of chopped walnuts is optional and can be omitted if you prefer nut-free cookies.
How long should the dough be refrigerated?
The cookie dough should be refrigerated for at least 24 hours to enhance the flavors and overall texture.
How do I prevent the dough from drying out in the fridge?
You should cover the dough with wax paper, ensuring the paper touches the surface of the dough.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the cookies.
What should I use to line the baking sheets?
The recipe recommends using either parchment paper or silicone mats to line two large baking sheets.
How long should the dough sit out after refrigeration?
Let the dough sit at room temperature for approximately 15-20 minutes until it reaches a slightly softened state.
How much dough should I use per cookie?
Use a tablespoon to scoop out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of cookie dough for each ball.
Should the cookie dough balls be flat or tall?
The instructions state to roll them into tall balls and then gently flatten each ball slightly on the baking sheet.
What is the total baking time?
The cookies should be baked for 18 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden and the center appears set.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
How many cookies does this recipe produce?
This recipe makes approximately 24 cookies.
Can I use vanilla extract?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for flavoring.
Is brown sugar or white sugar used?
This recipe uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar, which contributes to the chewy texture.
What speed should I use on the stand mixer?
Use medium speed for creaming the butter and sugar, and low speed for incorporating the dry ingredients and apples.
How should I incorporate the apples and walnuts?
Incorporate them by pulsing the mixer on low for about 15 seconds until they are evenly distributed.
What kind of salt is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of ground sea salt.
Do I need to peel the apples?
Yes, the apples should be cored, peeled, and then finely chopped.
Can I eat these cookies immediately after baking?
While they can be enjoyed freshly baked, they also store well for later consumption.
What texture can I expect from the center of the cookie?
The cookies feature a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center.
Does this recipe use baking powder or baking soda?
This recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda as the leavening agent.