Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness and nuttiness with these Apple Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies. Packed with fiber-rich oats, protein-packed peanut butter, and fresh apples, these cookies are a guilt-free treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 medium apple, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey, applesauce, and egg.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Fold in the chopped apple until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each cookie with a fork and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool before enjoying!
Interesting Facts
Oats are a great source of fiber and can help lower cholesterol levels.
Peanut butter is a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Apples add natural sweetness and a pleasant crunch to these cookies.