Oats and Peanut Butter Giant Cookies (Lighter)

Name: Oats and Peanut Butter Giant Cookies (Lighter)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup reduced-fat peanut butter; ½ cup applesauce; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; ½ cup sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¾ cup egg substitute; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 4 ½ cups rolled oats; ½ cup peanuts or ½ cup pecans, chopped; 1 cup miniature M&M baking bits or 1 cup chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1
In a bowl, with an electric mixer, beat peanut butter and applesauce.
2
Add brown sugar, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and mix until creamy and homogeneous.
3
Add egg substitute and vanilla while beating.
4
Add oats, peanuts and M & M chocolate.
5
Mix with a wooden spoon.
6
Let drop dough, 1/4 cup at a time, on an ungreased baking sheet, leaving room of 4 inch between cookies.
7
Cook in a preheated oven of 350 F for 15 minutes or until the sides of cookies are lightly golden.
8
Put baking sheets on racks and let cool for 2 minutes.
9
Removed the cookies and let cool completely on a rack.

1388

kcal

Calories

Fat

189

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup reduced-fat peanut butter, ½ cup applesauce, 1 cup brown sugar, packed, ½ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Oats and Peanut Butter Giant Cookies (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!