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Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Apple Oatmeal Cookies
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Delight in these soft and chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies, bursting with warm cinnamon, tender apples, and sweet caramel chips. Perfect for a cozy snack or dessert, these homemade treats combine wholesome oats with the comforting flavors of fall.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups butter (softened)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Mix-Ins

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 apple (peeled and diced)
  • 10 oz caramel baking chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking when your cookie dough is prepared.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. This combination creates the base flavor and texture of your cookies.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. This step is key for the cookie’s tenderness and sweetness.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring everything is mixed thoroughly for flavor and structure.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Incorporate Oats: Gently stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats, folding them evenly into the dough for a hearty texture.
  7. Prepare Apples: Lightly coat the peeled and diced apple pieces with a small amount of flour, then fold them along with the caramel baking chips into the cookie dough. This prevents sogginess and ensures even distribution.
  8. Scoop Dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop portions of the dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them adequately apart to allow spreading.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • If you prefer, substitute the caramel baking chips with butterscotch or white chocolate chips for a different flavor.
  • Ensure apples are diced small and evenly to prevent large chunks that may cause uneven baking.
  • Storing cookies in an airtight container at room temperature keeps them fresh for up to 5 days.
  • For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and check caramel chip ingredients for dairy content.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help control spreading and enhance texture.

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