Low Fat Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Soft, chewy, and irresistibly wholesome, these Low Fat Classic Oatmeal Cookies are the guilt-free treat you’ve been craving! Made with whole rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and a touch of brown sugar, these cookies deliver all the nostalgic comfort of a classic oatmeal cookie with a fraction of the fat. Additions like raisins, chocolate chips, or even a sprinkle of nuts allow for customizable bursts of flavor, while a hint of cinnamon adds warmth to every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for a healthy snack, lunchbox treat, or after-dinner dessert. Light, flavorful, and packed with fiber, these cookies strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition—your new go-to recipe for guilt-free baking!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole rolled oats
- 0.75 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg white
- 0.5 cups Raisins or chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups Chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix together the whole rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk the unsweetened applesauce and brown sugar until well combined.
Step 4
Add the vanilla extract and egg white to the applesauce mixture, and stir until smooth.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated.
Step 6
Fold in the raisins or chocolate chips, and the chopped nuts if using.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of the spoon to encourage an even shape as they bake.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (560.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1546.6 |
| Total Fat 27.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1726.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 306.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 132.9g | |
| Protein 39.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 254.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1903.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories