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Naturally Sweetened Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies (Reduced Sugar Recipe)

A stack of three golden brown low sugar applesauce oatmeal cookies resting on a white plate.
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Bake these moist oatmeal cookies using unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and moisture, making them a healthy, low sugar dessert option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (or preferred low-glycemic sweetener)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in the raisins if using.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a diabetic friendly oatmeal cookies option, use a zero-calorie sweetener blend instead of maple syrup.
  • Baking with applesauce instead of sugar helps keep these cookies moist for days.
  • These make ahead healthy treats store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.

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