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Low-Calorie Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 85
Enjoy these healthier, low-calorie oatmeal raisin cookies that are packed with fiber and natural sweetness, perfect for a guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

Oats

  • 1 ½ cups Rolled Oats (Old-Fashioned Oats) (Avoid instant oats for better texture)

Flour

  • ¾ cup Whole Wheat Flour or White Whole Wheat Flour (Adds fiber and nutrients)

Applesauce

  • ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce (Key fat replacer, adds moisture and sweetness)

Fat

  • 2 tablespoons Light Butter or Margarine Spread, melted (Optional: melted coconut oil)

Egg

  • 1 large Large Egg (Acts as a binder and adds richness)

Sweetener

  • ½ cup Low-Calorie Sweetener (e.g., Erythritol or Stevia blend) (Adjust to taste and product instructions)

Flavorings

  • 1 ½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract (Enhances flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Provides warmth and sweetness)
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg (Adds aroma)

Leavening and Salt

  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda (Helps cookies rise)
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt (Balances flavors)

Raisins

  • ½ cup Raisins (Natural sweetness and chewy texture)

Optional Nuts

  • ¼ cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (Adds crunch and healthy fats)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix oats, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, beat applesauce, egg, vanilla, sweetener, and melted butter until smooth.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in raisins and nuts if using.
  • Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets and flatten slightly. Bake for 10-14 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

For best results, soak raisins in hot water for 10 minutes before adding.
Calories: 85kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookies, Healthy, oatmeal