Nutty Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies with Dried Apples
Enjoy the wholesome goodness of these Nutty Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies, packed with the rich flavors of steel-cut oats and sweet dried apples. These hearty cookies offer a delightful chewy texture and a hint of cinnamon, making them a perfect snack or dessert. The unique addition of spelt flour enhances their nutritional profile, providing added fiber and nutrients. Share these delicious treats with family and friends or indulge in them yourself for a satisfying bite any time of the day!
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Servings
80
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Steel Cut Oats
1 cup (Cook and cool beforehand)
Brown Sugar
1/2 cup
Canola Oil
1/4 cup
Spelt Flour
1 cup (or Whole Wheat Pastry Flour)
Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon
Dried Apple
1/2 cup (or alternate chopped dried fruit)
Ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon
Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled steel-cut oats with brown sugar, canola oil, spelt flour, baking powder, dried apple, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
3
Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well-combined and a thick batter forms.
4
Using a scant 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop out portions of the cookie batter and drop them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about an inch of space between each cookie.
5
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden brown.
6
Once done, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.33g
Fat
11.33g
Carbs
1.33g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Nutty Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies?
These are hearty cookies made with cooked steel-cut oats, dried apples, and spelt flour, offering a chewy texture and cinnamon flavor.
What type of oats are used in this recipe?
The recipe specifically requires 1 cup of steel-cut oats.
Do the steel-cut oats need to be prepared before mixing?
Yes, the steel-cut oats should be cooked and cooled beforehand.
What type of flour is recommended for these cookies?
Spelt flour is recommended, but whole wheat pastry flour can be used as an alternative.
Can I substitute the dried apples?
Yes, you can use any alternate chopped dried fruit in place of the 1/2 cup of dried apples.
What is the calorie count for these oatmeal cookies?
Each serving contains approximately 80 calories.
How much protein is in each cookie?
There is 1.33g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of the cookies?
Each cookie contains 3.33g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 11.33g of carbohydrates per serving.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 14 to 18 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges just start to turn golden brown.
What size should each cookie be?
Use a scant 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop the batter for each cookie.
How much space should I leave between cookies on the baking sheet?
Leave about an inch of space between each cookie.
What oil is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of canola oil.
How much brown sugar is included?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of brown sugar.
What spices are used to flavor the cookies?
The cookies are flavored with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
Should I use a specific type of salt?
The recipe specifies 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
How should I prepare the baking sheets?
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies cool completely?
After the initial cooling on the tray, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe for baking.
Are these cookies a healthy snack option?
Yes, they are described as wholesome and tagged as healthy snacks.
What benefits does spelt flour provide?
Spelt flour enhances the nutritional profile by providing added fiber and nutrients.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a delightful chewy and hearty texture.
Is there any cholesterol in these cookies?
Based on the provided data, cholesterol information is not specified but likely low given the plant-based oil used.
Can these be served as a dessert?
Yes, they are suitable as both a satisfying snack and a dessert.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, oatmeal cookies, steel-cut oats, healthy snacks, desserts, and baking.