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Easy Chewy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies

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These chewy apple cinnamon breakfast cookies are a perfect quick and easy morning treat, combining fresh grated apple, warm cinnamon, and rolled oats for a hearty yet tender bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium tart apple (like Granny Smith), peeled and finely grated
  • 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup (95 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup (70 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) raisins or dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Peel and finely grate one medium tart apple. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with packed brown sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Mix in the large room-temperature egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry oat-flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in the grated apple and optional nuts or dried fruit if using.
  8. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use finely grated apple to avoid soggy cookies. Soften butter to room temperature instead of melting it to keep cookies chewy. Avoid overbaking to maintain soft centers. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour and increase oats if needed. For vegan, use coconut oil and a flax egg.

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