Easy Applesauce Cookies

Soft, chewy, and bursting with warm flavors, these Easy Applesauce Cookies are the perfect blend of comfort and simplicity. Made with pantry staples like rolled oats, cinnamon, and unsweetened applesauce, these cookies are naturally moist and lightly spiced, making them a wholesome treat for any occasion. Whether you fold in sweet raisins or decadent chocolate chips, this one-bowl recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under 12 minutes. Ideal for snacking, dessert, or even a quick breakfast on-the-go, these applesauce cookies deliver homemade goodness with minimal effort. Plus, they’re easy to store, staying fresh for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set the bowl aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Mix in the applesauce until fully incorporated into the wet ingredients.

Step 6

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

If using raisins or chocolate chips, fold them into the cookie dough gently.

Step 8

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still look slightly underbaked but will set as they cool.

Step 10

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1035.9 grams (1035.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3257

Total Fat 109.60g	141%
Saturated Fat 63.70g	319%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 444mg	148%
Sodium 2588mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 533.30g	194%
Dietary Fiber 22.70g	81%
Total Sugars 278.10g
Protein 49.10g	98%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 346mg	27%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 1743mg	37%

*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: 29.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 64.3%