Easy Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Introducing a tasty treat to satisfy your sweet tooth and use that lone apple in the fruit basket – Apple Oatmeal Cookies. These cookies are fragrant with cinnamon and incredibly frugal, making them the perfect fall treat for any budget-conscious foodie.

Made with just half a granny smith apple, these apple oatmeal cookies provide a delightful burst of fruity flavor and a touch of natural sweetness. Combining oats, apples, and warm spices creates a comforting aroma to fill your kitchen.

The recipe is simple and straightforward, requiring basic pantry staples and minimal prep time. Each bite offers a delightful balance of chewy oatmeal and tender apple pieces, making these cookies an irresistible treat for apple lovers.

To take these cookies to the next level, we’ll drizzle them with a luscious white icing that adds a touch of elegance and extra sweetness. The creamy icing beautifully complements the cozy flavors of the cookies, creating a delicious harmony that will leave you wanting more.

How to make apple oatmeal cookies with icing

These apple oatmeal cookies taste perfect for a morning coffee break or an after-school snack. They pack and freeze well, so send them to school or work in packed lunches.

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So if you’re looking for a scrumptious way to use that leftover Granny Smith apple and create a delightful fall cookie, whip up a batch of these Apple Oatmeal Cookies. 

They’re easy to make, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of hot cider or share them with friends and family, these cookies will surely be a hit. Get ready to indulge in a little taste of fall.

Want a richer apple cookie? Try these elegant apple cider shortbread cookies.

Or serve up dessert with this apple sour cream coffee cake.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make these apple oatmeal cookies.

For the cookies

• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup shredded apple
• 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats

For the glaze

• 3 tablespoons apple juice
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Directions

This is an easy recipe to make with kids!

1. Mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Set aside.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla and beat to combine.
4. Add the flour mixture and mix until combined.
5. Fold in the shredded apple and oats.
6. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least one hour.
7. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F when ready to bake, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
10. When the cookies are cool, prepare the glaze by whisking the apple juice and powdered sugar until smooth.
11. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cookies and allow it to harden before serving.

Apple Oatmeal Cookies FAQs

Here are some common questions about making apple oatmeal cookies.

Can I use any variety of apples?

You can indeed. However, keep in mind that the firmer varieties such as Granny Smith, Cortland, Pippin and Crispins are better for baking. They hold their shape well. Other varieties, such as McIntosh apples, become mushy and have a higher water content. This can result in mushy cookies.

Are these breakfast cookies?

While we make these for snacks and desserts, it would be easy to adjust them for a hearty breakfast cookie. Add raisins, craisins, flax seeds or other dried fruit instead of the sugar glaze. You could also sub in 1/2 cup of grated carrot instead of the grated apple to make carrot breakfast cookies.

Can I freeze these cookies?

Yes! They freeze well. I usually freeze them without the glaze and add that after thawing. Sometimes I will crisp them up in the oven first.

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