Healthy Oatmeal Cookies

Indulge guilt-free with these Healthy Oatmeal Cookies, a wholesome treat that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition! Made with hearty rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, these cookies are packed with fiber and refined-sugar-free goodness. A touch of cinnamon and vanilla adds warm, cozy notes, while optional mix-ins like dark chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit create customizable bursts of flavor and texture. Ready in just 27 minutes, these soft and chewy cookies are ideal for a quick snack, satisfying dessert, or lunchbox addition. Enjoy a batch of these homemade delights that prove healthy can be absolutely delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
• 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or walnuts, optional)
• 0.25 cup Raisins or dried cranberries (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Add the egg and unsweetened applesauce to the wet mixture and whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for added flavor and texture.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Flatten the tops of the cookies slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers, as these cookies will not spread much during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will still be soft in the center but will firm up as they cool.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(783.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2856.5

Total Fat 122.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 348.7mg	0%
Sodium 1173.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 408.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.8g	0%
Total Sugars 184.8g
Protein 65.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 334.9mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 2568.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 54.4%