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Easy Chewy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies

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These easy chewy apple cinnamon breakfast cookies are a perfect meal prep treat, combining soft, chewy texture with fresh apple chunks and warm cinnamon flavor. They keep well in the fridge, making busy mornings less stressful.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) applesauce
  • 1 medium fresh apple, peeled, cored, diced into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together evenly.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the large egg, then vanilla extract and applesauce until smooth.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the diced apple and optional chopped nuts.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, checking after 12 minutes. Edges should be golden and centers soft to the touch for chewy texture.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to set.
  10. Store completely cooled cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies. Use rolled oats for chewy texture instead of quick oats. Watch baking time carefully to keep centers soft. Pat apples dry if watery. Rotate baking sheet halfway through baking for even cooking. Dough can be chilled for 30 minutes to prevent spreading. Substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter for dairy-free. Substitute egg with flax egg for vegan option.

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