Cozy Apple Breakfast Cookies (Excellent for Mornings or Anytime!)

If you happen to’ve made my traditional breakfast cookies earlier than, you know how a lot we love them round right here. They’re considered one of our go-to recipes for fast breakfasts, wholesome snacks, and the whole lot in between. Effectively, this apple model is my cozy fall twist on that traditional, full of heat spices, grated apple, crunchy walnuts, and chewy oats. Consider these as an apple-cinnamon hug in cookie kind.

These Apple Breakfast Cookies are the whole lot I would like on a crisp morning (or let’s be trustworthy — any time of day). They’re hearty, healthful, filling, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce. And better of all? They’re made with primary pantry components and are available collectively in only one bowl. Really easy!

I at all times hold a stash within the freezer, and right here’s a little bit secret: we eat them straight from the freezer on a regular basis. They’re so good chilly — chewy, candy, and satisfying — however you’ll be able to thaw them too for those who want a softer texture.

Even my children can’t get sufficient of those. They’re lunchbox-friendly, nice for grab-and-go mornings, and excellent for these instances while you need one thing nourishing with out the mess.

And whereas I normally don’t go for nuts in cookies, the toasted walnuts right here simply work, they add the proper little crunch. Oh, and sure, I do know not everyone seems to be on group raisin, however on this cookie? Belief me, they add the proper contact of sweetness and chew. That stated, you’ll be able to at all times go away them out in the event that they’re not your factor.

I extremely advocate giving these a strive — they’re fall in a cookie, and upon getting a batch in your freezer, you’ll marvel the way you lived with out them.

Components (with Useful Notes)

Right here’s a better take a look at what goes into these healthful breakfast cookies, plus a number of useful suggestions!

• Almond butter: Provides creaminess and wholesome fat. Make sure that it’s creamy and well-stirred for finest texture. You should use peanut butter, however the cookies can have a distinct taste.
• Unsweetened applesauce: Provides moisture and pure sweetness with none added sugar.
• Pure maple syrup: Naturally sweetens the cookies with wealthy taste!
• Egg: Helps bind the cookies collectively. You should use a flax egg for a vegan possibility.
• Vanilla extract: Rounds out the nice and cozy, cozy flavors.
• Oat flour: Simple to make at house by mixing rolled oats. For gluten-free cookies, use gluten-free oats.
• Baking soda: Only a bit to assist the cookies rise barely.
• Cinnamon, cloves & nutmeg: An ideal fall-inspired spice trio, be happy to regulate based mostly on what you like!
• Old school oats: For that chewy, satisfying texture.
• Grated apple: Provides moisture, sweetness, and texture. Honeycrisp and Granny Smith are my high picks.
• Toasted walnuts: Provides a pleasant crunch and wholesome fat.
• Raisins: A contact of pure sweetness and chewy distinction. You can sub with dried cranberries or chopped dates, too.

Cookies

Apple Breakfast Cookies

These mushy and chewy Apple Breakfast Cookies are made with oats, grated apple, heat spices, and no refined sugar—good for a fast and wholesome breakfast or snack!

• 1/4 cup creamy almond butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 giant egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup oat flour*
• 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon floor cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon floor cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon floor nutmeg
• 1 cup quaint oats
• 1 cup grated apple, I take advantage of Honeycrisp or Granny smith
• 1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts*
• 1/4 cup raisins

• Preheat the oven to 350 levels F. Line a big baking sheet with parchment paper. Put aside.

• In a big bowl, mix the almond butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk till easy.

• Add the oat flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir till simply mixed. Stir within the oats, grated apple, walnuts, and raisins.

• Scoop the dough onto ready baking sheet, about 2 tablespoons per cookie.

• Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes or till they’re set, however nonetheless mushy.

• Take away the cookies from the oven and funky on the baking sheet for five minutes after which switch to a cooling rack to chill fully.

Learn how to Make Oat Flour: It’s straightforward to make oat flour. Simply put 1 cup of old school rolled oats in a blender and mix till the oats resemble flour. It ought to take about 30 seconds.
Learn how to Toast Walnuts: I wish to shortly toast the walnuts to carry out the most effective taste. Place them in a dry skillet over medium warmth. Stir typically and cook dinner for five–7 minutes, till aromatic and calmly golden. Take away from the pan instantly to chill, they’ll burn shortly!
Chocolate Chips: Add in a handful of chocolate chips for a little bit decadence. 
Learn how to Retailer: Retailer in an hermetic container on the counter for as much as 4 days. Freeze in a single layer in an hermetic container or bag for as much as 3 months. They’re good frozen or you’ll be able to thaw earlier than having fun with. 

Energy: 121kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 3g, Fats: 5g, Saturated Fats: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fats: 2g, Monounsaturated Fats: 2g, Ldl cholesterol: 10mg, Sodium: 114mg, Potassium: 133mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 21IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 33mg, Iron: 1mg

Key phrases apple, cinnamon, oats, raisins, walnuts

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