Apple Oatmeal Cookies (Vegan)

4 servings

20 minutes

Apple oatmeal cookies are a cozy treat from Russian cuisine inspired by home baking traditions. They combine the natural sweetness of apples and the rich aroma of cinnamon, creating a warm and soft flavor. Oats provide a delicate texture while nuts add a light crunch. Lemon zest adds a subtle freshness that balances the sweetness of honey. This vegan cookie is not only healthy but also perfect with tea or morning coffee. It is light, soft, with a subtle fruity aftertaste that awakens the appetite. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for beginner cooks, and the aroma of fresh baking fills the home with comfort and warmth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 368.7
• Proteins: 7.8g
• Fats: 10.6g
• Carbohydrates: 63.6g

Ingredients

• Apple: 1.5 pc
• Wheat flour: 0.7 glass
• Oat flakes: 1.5 glass
• Lemon juice: 90 ml
• Lemon zest: 0.5 pc
• Dark raisins: 2 tbsp
• Chopped pecans: 1 tbsp
• Honey: 3 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Ground cinnamon: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Soak the raisins in warm water for 10-15 minutes. Then drain the water and place the raisins in a colander.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark raisins: 2 tablespoons

2. Chop the nuts not too finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chopped pecans: 1 tablespoon

3. In a large bowl, mix flour, oats, baking powder, lemon zest, and cinnamon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.7 glass
   • Oat flakes: 1.5 glass
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Lemon zest: 0.5 piece
   • Ground cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon

4. Grate one whole apple on a fine grater into puree, and cut half of the apple into cubes. Drizzle both parts with lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 1.5 piece
   • Lemon juice: 90 ml

5. Mix apple puree with vegetable oil and honey (can be replaced with maple syrup or sugar). Add the mixture to the flour. Stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 1.5 piece
   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Honey: 3 tablespoons

6. Add raisins, apple cubes, and nuts to the prepared dough. Mix and let the dough rest for 15 minutes. It should not be dry but also not liquid.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark raisins: 2 tablespoons
   • Apple: 1.5 piece
   • Chopped pecans: 1 tablespoon

7. At this time, turn on the oven to 180 degrees.

8. Line the baking tray with parchment paper and grease it with vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon

9. Scoop the dough with a teaspoon, form a ball with your hands, and slightly flatten it. Place the cookie sheet in the oven for 10-15 minutes (it took me 12) until the edges start to brown. Let it cool a bit, then transfer to a plate.