Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookie Recipe - The Frugal Navy Wife

These Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookies combine the flavors of apple pie with the goodness of oatmeal cookies. They're perfect for a frugal and tasty treat, whether for a Navy family or anyone else looking to enjoy a delightful dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
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• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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• 1/2 teaspoon salt
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• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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• 1/2 cup brown sugar
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• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
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• 1 large egg
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• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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• 1 cup finely chopped apples
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• 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
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• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
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Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt

Mix well

In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined

Gradually add the dry oat mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated

Fold in the chopped apples, raisins or dried cranberries, and chopped nuts if using

Scoop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Flatten each scoop slightly with the back of the spoon or your fingers

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy these delicious apple pie oatmeal cookies!