Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
These Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with warm spices, hearty oats, and juicy apple chunks. A cozy cookie recipe perfect for fall baking, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave something sweet and homemade.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup peeled and diced apples about 1 medium apple
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture; mix until just combined.
- Stir in oats and diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake 12–15 minutes, until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a sweet-tangy balance.
- Chill dough 30 minutes before baking to prevent excess spreading.
- Add nuts, raisins, or dried cranberries for variety.
- Store in an airtight container up to 5 days, or freeze up to 3 months.