Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter Recipe

A healthier twist on a classic! Inspired by engrossed's recipe, these lightened-up oatmeal cookies are packed with flavor but lower in fat. Enjoy the irresistible combination of chewy texture and warm cinnamon spice. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt!

Prep Time 70 mins

Cook Time 80 mins

Calories 99.9 kcal

Protein 4g

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Ingredients for Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter

1/2 cup Reduced Fat Margarine, softened
1/2 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
1/2 cup Brown Sugar, packed
1/2 cup Egg Beaters Egg Substitute
1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
2 cups Quick Cooking Rolled Oats
1/2 cup chopped Walnuts
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (optional)
Parchment paper

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How to Make Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, applesauce, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the rolled oats and chopped nuts.
Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
Once chilled, scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
For the sugared tops: Place 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Gently press the bottom of a small glass into the sugar. Press the sugared bottom of the glass onto each cookie to flatten it to about 1/4 inch thickness. Repeat for each cookie, re-sugaring the glass as needed.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter?

Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 70 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter?

Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter has approximately 99.9 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter?

The key ingredients for Best Oatmeal Cookies Made Lighter are Reduced Fat Margarine, Unsweetened Applesauce, Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, Egg Beaters Egg Substitute, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.