Best 2 Cran Apple Oatmeal Cookies Recipes

Cran apple oatmeal cookies are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of apples, and the heartiness of oatmeal. These cookies are perfect for a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert. With their chewy texture and delicious flavor, they are sure to become a favorite in your household. Read on for a recipe that will guide you through the process of making these delectable cookies.

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CRAN-APPLE OATMEAL COOKIES

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The original recipe for these delightful cookies called for raisins. Since we aren't raisin fans, I added dried cranberries instead. The results? Incredible! -Theresa Smith of Rome, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3/4 cup reduced-fat butter, softened
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the oats, cranberries, apple and walnuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLE-CRAN-CHERRY OATMEAL COOKIES

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My favorite recipe adapted many times from its original. Always a big hit due to taste of the cookies, and because they are low fat. The perfect on the go breakfast food.

Provided by Allan Antos

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
2 cups packed dark brown sugar
2 cups applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
6 cups rolled oats
1 ½ cups dried cherries
1 ½ cups dried cranberries

Steps:

Cream butter or margarine, cinnamon, cardamom, baking soda, and brown sugar. Mix in applesauce. Gradually blend in flour, and then oats. Stir in dried. Let dough sit for one hour.
Drop by teaspoonful onto ungreased baking sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are slightly browned. Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 80.8 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

Tips:

Use old-fashioned oats for a chewier cookie. If you only have quick-cooking oats, you can use them, but your cookies will be less chewy.
Be sure to measure your flour correctly. Too much flour will make your cookies dry and crumbly.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make your cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies keep their shape.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and flavor.

Conclusion:

Cran-apple oatmeal cookies are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of delicious cookies that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give cran-apple oatmeal cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!