Apple Butter Oatmeal Cookies (Printable Version)

Wholesome cookies with apple butter, oats, and walnuts. Sweet, chewy, and perfect for quick breakfasts or snacks.

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 175 grams old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 125 grams all-purpose flour
03 - 33 grams ground flaxseed
04 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 large egg
08 - 120 grams apple butter
09 - 120 grams creamy almond butter
10 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
12 - 1 medium apple, grated (approximately 90 grams)

→ Add-ins

13 - 67 grams chopped walnuts

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix oats, flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and apple butter until smooth. Stir in the almond butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
04 - Add the dry mixture and grated apple to the wet mixture. Stir just until combined.
05 - Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring an even distribution.
06 - Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet using 4 cm scoops, ensuring each is set 5 cm apart. Flatten gently with the base of a glass.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden.
08 - Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

# Notes:

01 - Serving with additional apple butter enhances the cookies’ flavor and moisture.