Best Oatmeal Cookies (Made Lighter) Recipe

Name: Best Oatmeal Cookies (Made Lighter)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup reduced fat margarine, softened; ½ cup unsweetened applesauce; ½ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup brown sugar, packed; ¼ cup Egg Beaters egg substitute; 1 ½ cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 ½ cups quick-cooking rolled oats; ½ cup walnuts (may be ground in a blender) or ½ cup pecans, ground (may be ground in a blender); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ cup dried cranberries (optional) or ½ cup raisins (optional); granulated sugar, for dipping

Servings: persons

¼ cup reduced fat margarine, softened
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ cups quick-cooking rolled oats
½ cup walnuts (may be ground in a blender) or ½ cup pecans, ground (may be ground in a blender)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup dried cranberries (optional) or ½ cup raisins (optional)
granulated sugar, for dipping

1
In a large bowl cream the butter, applesauce and sugars, beating until fluffy.
2
Blend egg into creamed mixture.
3
Sift together into the creamed mixture the flour, soda, and cinnamon.
4
Blend in the oats, nuts and vanilla.
5
Chill dough 1 hour or more.
6
Preheat oven to 350.
7
Grease cookie sheets.
8
Drop cookies on greased sheet, using a 1 TB scoop or spoon.
9
Grease the bottom of a small glass, dip in sugar, and press gently on each uncooked cookie, flattening it to a thickness of about 1/4 inch, resugaring glass for each cookie.
10
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly browned.
11
Cool 2-3 minutes on the sheet, remove cookies, and cool completely on racks.
12
Store them in an airtight container.

583

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup reduced fat margarine, softened, ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Best Oatmeal Cookies (Made Lighter) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Best Oatmeal Cookies (Made Lighter)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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