Hearty Giant Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Indulge in these deliciously satisfying Giant Oatmeal Raisin Cookies that are surprisingly low in fat yet bursting with flavor! This recipe, inspired by Cooking Light (March 1999), combines hearty rolled oats, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts to create a delightful treat. Perfect for afternoon snacks or lunchboxes, each cookie packs a nutritional punch at just 196 calories, making it easier to indulge guilt-free. Bake a batch today for a delightful blend of textures and an irresistible aroma that will fill your home!
15
Servings
N/A
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dark brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
Butter or margarine
1 tablespoon (softened)
Applesauce
1/2 cup (unsweetened)
Large egg
1 (beaten)
All-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
Rolled oats
1 1/2 cups (old-fashioned)
Baking soda
1 teaspoon (sifted)
Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (freshly ground)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Raisins
1/2 cup (seedless)
Walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
Vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons
Cooking spray
as needed
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cookie sheets by greasing them lightly with cooking spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the packed dark brown sugar and softened butter (or margarine) and beat together until the mixture is well blended and creamy.
3
Add the applesauce and egg to the sugar and butter mixture. Beat well until fully incorporated and smooth.
4
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
5
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, beating gently until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the raisins, walnuts, and vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7
Using a 3-tablespoon-sized scoop, drop dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, placing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each cookie slightly.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
9
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in each Hearty Giant Oatmeal Raisin Cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 196 calories.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 15 giant cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much dark brown sugar is required?
You will need 1 cup of packed dark brown sugar.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1 tablespoon of softened butter or margarine.
Why does this recipe include applesauce?
Applesauce is used to keep the cookies moist while maintaining a low fat content.
What type of applesauce should be used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
How should the egg be prepared before adding it to the mix?
The large egg should be beaten before being added to the sugar and butter mixture.
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What kind of oats are best for these cookies?
You should use 1 1/2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats.
Is the baking soda added directly or sifted?
The 1 teaspoon of baking soda should be sifted before being whisked with the dry ingredients.
How much cinnamon is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of freshly ground ground cinnamon.
What is the amount of salt included?
There is 1/4 teaspoon of salt in the dough.
What type of raisins are recommended?
Use 1/2 cup of seedless raisins.
How should the walnuts be prepared?
The 1/2 cup of walnuts should be chopped before being folded into the dough.
How much vanilla extract should I add?
Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Grease the cookie sheets lightly with cooking spray.
What size scoop should I use for the dough?
Use a 3-tablespoon-sized scoop to drop the dough onto the sheets.
How far apart should the dough portions be placed?
Place the dough portions about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheet.
Should I flatten the cookies before putting them in the oven?
Yes, you should gently flatten each cookie slightly after scooping them onto the pan.
What is the baking time for these giant cookies?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 15 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Let them cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Are these cookies considered a healthy snack?
They are described as a hearty, low-fat treat containing 196 calories per cookie.
What was the original inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Cooking Light from March 1999.
Can I substitute the rolled oats with quick oats?
The recipe specifically calls for old-fashioned rolled oats for a hearty texture.
Is the brown sugar supposed to be dark or light?
The recipe specifically requests dark brown sugar.
How many ingredients total are in this recipe?
There are 13 ingredients in total including the cooking spray.
Do I mix the wet and dry ingredients separately?
Yes, combine the sugars and wet ingredients in one bowl and whisk the dry ingredients in another before combining.
Should I overmix the dough once I add the flour?
No, you should beat gently until just blended and be careful not to overmix.