Hey y’all, today I’m excited to share a delicious recipe for No-Sugar-Added Oatmeal Cookies that’s perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings without all the extra sugar. These cookies are not only wholesome but are also super easy to make. So, let’s get our bake on!
No-Sugar-Added Oatmeal Cookies
Check out this tempting image of the finished product:
Now, let’s get into what you’ll need to whip up these scrumptious cookies. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Alright, now that we’ve got our ingredients lined up, let’s dive into making these delightful cookies:
- First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). You want that oven nice and hot for perfect cookies.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Mix it well to make sure all the dry ingredients are blended together.
- In another bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, peanut butter (or whatever nut butter you’re using), honey, and vanilla extract. Stir it up until it’s smooth and well mixed.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and mix until just combined. Make sure not to over-mix. If you’re adding raisins or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between the cookies as they’ll spread a bit.
- Bake in your preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Once they’re out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
And there you have it, folks! A simple and healthier option for your cookie craving. Enjoy these No-Sugar-Added Oatmeal Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, and share them with your loved ones. Happy baking!