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    Modified: Sep 27, 2022 · Published: Oct 9, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies

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    These easy Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies are healthy enough to eat any time of the day. Made with apple sauce and oats. 

    Apple Oatmeal Cookies on plate with Granny Smith apples in the background.

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    These easy Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies are healthy enough to eat any time of the day. They are perfect for on-the-go or as an after-school snack.

    Made with applesauce and maple syrup, they don't have any refined sugars, so you can feel good about feeding them to your family.

    This apple oatmeal cookie recipe makes a small batch, so you may want to make a double batch next time if you like them.

    Some other healthy apple recipes are my Vegan Gluten Free Apple Crisp recipe, vegan Applesauce Overnight Oats, and my Apple Nachos.

    If you are in the mood for indulging in something sweeter, try my Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies. They are soft and chewy.

    A steel-cut oats recipe to try is my Peanut Butter Oatmeal recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tip
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Snacks
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • These apple oatmeal breakfast cookies are hearty and healthy. Eat them for breakfast or a snack.
    • It's an easy recipe with simple ingredients. They're perfect for the fall season.
    • They're made in one bowl so there's less cleanup.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Apple Oatmeal Cookie ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Rolled oats: Makes chewy cookies. I used gluten-free old-fashioned oats. You could also use quick oats or instant oats. I haven't tried this recipe with either, but I imagine they'll be less chewy.
    • Unsweetened applesauce: Adds sweetness and apple flavor. For even more nutrients, try my Raw Applesauce recipe.
    • Creamy peanut butter: Adds a nutty flavor and helps bind the ingredients. You could also use almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
    • Pure maple syrup: For the sweet maple flavor. You could also use agave syrup.
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg: To add a warming spice flavor. You could also use apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice.
    • Salt: To bring out the sweet flavors. I like to use sea salt.
    • Apple: I used Granny Smith because I love the tart flavor. You could use sweet apples, like Honeycrisp apples, or your favorite fresh apples.
    • Walnuts: Adds crunch and flavor. You could also use pecans.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Additions

    • Pecans
    • Dried cranberries
    • Hemp seeds
    • Pumpkin seeds
    • Sunflower seeds
    • Chocolate chips

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    🔪 Instructions

    Dry ingredients and wet ingredients in a mixing bowl.

    Step 1: Add rolled oats, apple sauce, peanut butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

    Cookie mixture in a large bowl with spoon.

    Step 2: Stir to combine.

    Chopped walnuts and apples added to the bowl.

    Step 3: Add in diced apples and walnuts. (I made the apple chunks a little too big when I updated this recipe.)

    Cookie dough in a bowl with spoon.

    Step 4: Stir to combine.

    Cookies on a parchment-paper lined baking sheet before baking.

    Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, scoop out the mixture and form balls. Place on a parchment-paper lined baking sheet. You'll need to flatten them since they don't rise or spread out.

    Baked apple cookies on parchment paper on a baking sheet.

    Step 6: Bake until golden brown. Place on a wire rack and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container.

    Apple Oatmeal Cookie in hand with more on a plate in the background.

    💭 Tip

    Dice the apples into small pieces. That way they will mix into the dough easier. When I updated this recipe with process shots I chopped the apple a little larger than I would have liked.

    Apple oatmeal cookies on plate.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How long will vegan apple oatmeal cookies last?

    These healthy apple oatmeal cookies will last up to a week when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
    If you prefer to store the leftover cookies at room temperature, they'll last up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.

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    If you tried this Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Apple Oatmeal Cookies
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    Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies

    These easy Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies are healthy enough to eat anytime of the day. Made with apple sauce and oats. 
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 9 cookies
    Calories 115kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
    • ½ cup apple sauce
    • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Pinch fresh grated nutmeg or ground nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ apple diced (about ½ cup) - I used Granny Smith
    • ½ cup walnuts chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • Mix rolled oats, apple sauce, peanut butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
    • Add in diced apple and chopped walnuts.
    • Form balls and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Press down to flatten (these do not rise). Bake for 18-20 minutes at 350°F, or until golden brown.

    Notes

    Dice the apples into small pieces. That way they will mix into the dough easier.
    These last up to a week when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
    If you prefer to store them at room temperature, they'll last up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Burt Crews says

      February 25, 2024 at 5:03 am

      What kind of peanut butter? Smooth or crunchy?

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      • Willow Moon says

        February 25, 2024 at 1:11 pm

        I prefer smooth peanut butter, but you could use either.

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