Easy Chewy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies
These chewy apple cinnamon breakfast cookies are a quick, wholesome, and satisfying way to start your day, combining warm spices with fresh apples for a comforting morning treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (can swap half with whole wheat flour)
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon (preferably Ceylon cinnamon)
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (can use coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150g) grated apple (fresh, peeled or unpeeled)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/3 cup (50g) raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Stir in the applesauce and grated apple, folding gently to keep the mixture airy and distribute the apples evenly.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in optional nuts and/or dried fruit if desired.
- Drop dough by cookie scoop or tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound gently with the back of a spoon or fingers.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. They should spring back lightly when touched.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use fresh, crisp apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for best texture. Soften butter but do not melt for proper creaming. Avoid overmixing dough to keep cookies tender. Cookies freeze well; wrap individually and thaw overnight. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. Vegan adaptations include using coconut oil, flax egg, and maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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