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Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
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These Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with warm spices, fresh Granny Smith apples, and hearty oats. Perfect for fall, they combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apples with the satisfying texture of walnuts and oats, making a deliciously addictive treat.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon unsulphured molasses
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Others

  • 2 1/4 cups uncooked whole-rolled oats
  • 1 cup finely chopped peeled Granny Smith apples (about 1/4” pieces)
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (may substitute 1/2 cup oats)

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand or handheld mixer, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar at medium speed until the mixture is light and creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, molasses, and lemon juice (if using), scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing. Set this wet mixture aside.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg. Then, add the rolled oats and whisk to combine them evenly with the dry ingredients.
  3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. The dough will be quite thick, so finish mixing by hand using a wooden spoon. Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts until just combined. Cover the dough tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to develop flavor and firm up.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat. Using a tablespoon, scoop rounded portions of dough and drop them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart. Place 8 cookies per sheet, keeping the remaining dough chilled in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  5. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 11 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the centers are just set. Remove from the oven and let the cookies stand on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  6. Store: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough for at least 4 hours is essential to enhance flavor and improve texture.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute walnuts with additional oats or seeds.
  • Use firm Granny Smith apples for a nice tart contrast and to prevent cookies from becoming soggy.
  • Adjust spices to taste; add more cinnamon or nutmeg for a warmer flavor.
  • These cookies freeze well; thaw at room temperature before serving.

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