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Iced Oatmeal Applesauce Cookies

These Iced Oatmeal Applesauce Cookies are a delightful treat! Soft, chewy, and topped with sweet maple icing, they're perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup chunky-style applesauce
  • 1-1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 cup golden raisins
For the Icing:
  • 1-3/4 cups confectioners sugar
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth. Add the egg and applesauce, mixing well.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the raisins gently.
  6. Step 6: Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden.
  8. Step 8: Cool the cookies on a cooling rack.
  9. Step 9: Prepare the icing by whisking together the confectioners sugar, maple syrup, and water until smooth.
  10. Step 10: Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies and let set.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Cookies can be frozen for up to three months.
  • Feel free to substitute golden raisins with dried cranberries or nuts.