Best Applesauce Raisin Cookies Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES WITH APPLESAUCE



Oatmeal Raisin Cookies With Applesauce image

Make and share this Oatmeal Raisin Cookies With Applesauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jdwright

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 36 Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon butter-flavored cooking spray
2 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup raisins, seedless
1 egg (large)
3 tablespoons canola oil
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup Splenda sugar substitute

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, oats, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Toss with raisins.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together egg, applesauce, canola oil, vanilla, and the sugars. Whisk to blend thoroughly.
  • Fold egg-sugar mixture into flour-oat mixture, 1/3 at a time, mixing well.
  • Drop by the tablespoonful onto prepared cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Using a metal spatula, transfer cookies to a cooling rack.
  • When cool, store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.8, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 5.2, Sodium 70.6, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 1.5

OATMEAL RAISIN APPLESAUCE COOKIES



Oatmeal Raisin Applesauce Cookies image

Make and share this Oatmeal Raisin Applesauce Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Doodle

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 24 cookies, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375°F Lightly grease cooking sheet.
  • In a large bowl combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and both sugars together. Beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the applesauce, egg and vanilla and mix until blended about 2 minutes. Add the flour to the applesauce mixture and mix well. Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir in the oats and raisins.
  • Drop rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
  • Bake until slightly golden, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Remove the baking sheets from the oven and cool on wire racks for 5 minutes. Remove the cookies and cool completely.

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES II



Applesauce Raisin Cookies II image

Delicious, nutritious cookies!

Provided by Sallie

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup applesauce
1 egg
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup chopped raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the shortening, brown sugar, applesauce and egg until smooth, Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cloves; stir into the applesauce mixture. Drop dough by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 32.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES



Applesauce Raisin Cookies image

Make and share this Applesauce Raisin Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 24-36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine, softened (1 stick)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 medium granny smith apple, finely chopped
1 cup dark raisin
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped (optional)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • 24Preheat oven to 375*. Grease 2 large cookie sheets.
  • On waxed paper, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
  • In large bowl, with mixer at medium speed, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Reduce speed to low; beat in egg, applesauce, and vanilla until well combined. Beat in flour mixture just until blended. With spoon, stir in apple, raisins, and walnuts if using.
  • Drop dough by rounded measuring tablespoons, 1 inch apart, on prepared cookie sheets. Bake cookies on 2 oven racks 20 to 22 minutes or until lightly browned around edges and set, rotating cookie sheets between upper and lower racks halfway through baking.
  • While cookies bake, prepare Lemon Glaze:
  • In small bowl, stir confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Transfer cookies to wire racks. With pastry brush, brush glaze over warm cookies; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.6, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 90.3, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 15.5, Protein 1.6

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES I



Applesauce Raisin Cookies I image

These tasty cookies are a very natural way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Provided by M. Grey

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 84

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 cups thick applesauce, drained
½ cup cold, brewed coffee
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Cream shortening and sugar together. Add eggs and mix thoroughly.
  • Stir in applesauce and coffee.
  • In separate bowl, mix remaining ingredients together. Add to applesauce mixture and blend thoroughly. Chill at least 2 hours.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease cookie sheet. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 9 to 12 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 46.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES/DIABETIC FRIENDLY



Applesauce Raisin Cookies/Diabetic Friendly image

A friend gave this recipe to me shortly after I was diagnosed with diabetes. She knew I loved anything with apples.

Provided by Barbara Denby

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 c vegetable oil
1/4 c sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 c unsweetened applesauce
1/2 c whole wheat flour
1/2 c unbleached flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp cloves
1/2 c rolled oats
1/2 c raisins - dark or golden

Steps:

  • 1. Cream the oil and sugar together. Then add the egg and beat until light.
  • 2. Next blend in the vanilla and applesauce
  • 3. Stir the flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, oats, and raisins into the creamed mixture. Blend well.
  • 4. Drop cookies onto a lightly oiled baking sheet using a teaspoon. Bake for 10 minutes at 375 degrees. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

APPLESAUCE RAISIN NUT COOKIES



Applesauce Raisin Nut Cookies image

This is a terrific cookie that bakes up soft and puffy and doesn't spread out. The cinnamon and cloves add a wonderful flavor and the walnuts add the crunchies. Cooking time is per batch. Recipe found on the internet.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup shortening (Do not use butter or margarine)
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup applesauce
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Mix together shortening, sugar and egg, then stir in applesauce.
  • Mix dry ingredients together, add and and blend well.
  • Add raisins and walnuts.
  • Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1079.3, Fat 50.2, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 502.2, Carbohydrate 150.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 75.1, Protein 13.1

APPLESAUCE OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



Applesauce Oatmeal Raisin Cookies image

How to make Applesauce Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 12

1¾ cup rolled oats
1 large egg
¾ cup applesauce
1½ cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup sugar
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugars with an electric mixer on medium speed. Add butter and beat to form a paste. Add egg and applesauce, and blend until smooth. Add raisins to flour mixture. Blend at low speed just until combined.
  • Drop dough by tablespoons onto lightly greased cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until light brown. Immediately transfer to a cool, flat surface.

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES



Applesauce Raisin Cookies image

Make and share this Applesauce Raisin Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by spiritussancto

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 17m

Yield 4 dozen cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
2/3 cup applesauce
2 1/2 cups Bisquick
1/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons allspice (i may use cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg instead)
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350f, grease cookie sheets.
  • cream butter with sugar and egg.
  • stir in everything else.
  • drop spoonfulls onto the cookie sheets with room for them to expand.
  • bake 12 min or until light brown.

APPLESAUCE-RAISIN COOKIES RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Applesauce-Raisin Cookies Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by ladydee009

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup unbleached flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cloves
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup raisins, dark or golden

Steps:

  • Cream the oil and sugar together. Add the egg and beat until light. Blend the vanilla and applesauce. Stir the flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, oats, and raisins into the creamed mixture. Blend well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto lightly oiled baking sheets. Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes, cool on a wire rack. Nutritional Facts: Calories 56 Carbohydrates 10 g Protein 1 g Fat 2 g Sodium 47 mg

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES



Applesauce Raisin Cookies image

My grandchildren love these in their lunches..if they last that long!! This recipe was originally tweaked from my very first and still referenced Fannie Farmer paperback cookbook.

Provided by Tammy Greene @tee7895

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cup(s) all purpose flour
1 cup(s) sugar
1 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
1 teaspoon(s) nutmeg
1 - egg
1/4 pound(s) butter, softened
1 cup(s) applesauce
1 can(s) raisins (rehydrated)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Fit parchment paper to cookie sheet Rehydrate raisins in 11/2 cup of hot water,until plump.(Raisins can be done ahead and drained) Soften butter @ room temperature
  • Add all dry ingredients into food processor bowl. Pulse 5-6 times. This aerates the dry mixture. Mix egg,applesauce and softened butter together, add to food processor bowl. Pulse until well mixed.
  • Remove blade.Drain and stir in raisins. Arrange by spoonfuls on the cookie sheets and bake for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned

APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES



APPLESAUCE RAISIN COOKIES image

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 C Sugar
1 C Brown Sugar
2 ¼ C shortening/part margarine
3 beaten eggs
1 tsp salt
3 tsp soda
3 tsp cinnamon
1 ½ tsp cloves
2 tsp vanilla
1 ½ C Applesauce
7 ½ C flour
2 C raisins
1 C chopped nuts (I use walnuts)

Steps:

  • Cream sugars, shortening and vanilla; add eggs. Sift all dry ingredients together. Alternate adding applesauce and dry ingredients until all are added, then add raisins and nuts. Bake at 350 deg. for approx. 12 minutes. Only bake what you will use as they don't stack well - these are great to share! Yield - approx. 6 doz large cookies

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #north-american     #for-large-groups     #drop-cookies     #desserts     #canadian     #fall     #vegetarian     #cookies-and-brownies     #dietary     #seasonal     #number-of-servings

When it comes to baking, there are countless recipes to choose from. One popular dessert that has been enjoyed by many generations is the cookie. These small bite-sized treats come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. One particular recipe that has gained popularity in recent years is applesauce raisin cookies. These cookies are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional cookies that are loaded with sugar and butter.

What is Applesauce Raisin Cookies Recipes?

Applesauce raisin cookies are a type of cookie that is made with applesauce and raisins. This recipe is a healthier take on traditional cookies, as it uses applesauce as a substitute for oil and butter. Applesauce provides moisture to the cookies, while still keeping them soft and chewy. Raisins are added to give the cookies a sweet and chewy texture, and they also provide an added health benefit due to their high fiber and antioxidant content.

Ingredients

To make applesauce raisin cookies, you will need the following ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

To make applesauce raisin cookies, follow these instructions:
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the applesauce, sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add in the eggs one at a time, whisking well between each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the raisins.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Variations

If you want to switch up the flavors of your applesauce raisin cookies, here are a few variations to try:
Apple Cinnamon Cookies
Add 1/2 cup of finely grated apple to the cookie dough along with the applesauce. Increase the ground cinnamon to 1 teaspoon for a stronger cinnamon flavor.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Replace 1 cup of the flour with old-fashioned rolled oats for a chewier texture. You could also add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for added crunch.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Replace the raisins with 1 cup of chocolate chips for a classic chocolate chip cookie flavor. You could also add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture.

Conclusion

Applesauce raisin cookies are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional cookies. This recipe uses applesauce to provide moisture and a subtle apple flavor, while the raisins add sweetness and texture. These cookies are easy to make and can be customized with different flavors and add-ins to suit your preferences. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a guilt-free treat!

Valuable Tips When Making Applesauce Raisin Cookies Recipes

Applesauce raisin cookies are a nutritious and delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth while still maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They are a healthier alternative to traditional cookies as they are low in fat, calories and sugar content. Here are some valuable tips to keep in mind when making applesauce raisin cookies recipes:

1. The Right Ingredients

The first step in making delicious applesauce raisin cookies is ensuring that you have the right ingredients. The ingredients that make the cookies healthy include whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, oats, raisins and walnuts. Ensure that you are using high-quality ingredients that are fresh and unprocessed. These will make a huge difference in the taste and texture of the cookies. Additionally, avoid using ingredients such as refined sugar, butter and white flour as these ingredients will increase the calorie and fat content of the cookies.

2. Measuring Accurately

One of the most critical steps when making applesauce raisin cookies is measuring the ingredients accurately. Inaccurate measuring can lead to a baking disaster. Too much flour can make your cookies dry and hard, while too much sugar can make them too sweet. Invest in a good food scale and measuring cups to ensure accurate measuring of ingredients.

3. Mixing Techniques

When it comes to mixing ingredients for applesauce cookies, avoid over-mixing. Over-mixing can cause the cookies to become tough and hard. Instead, mix the ingredients until just combined to avoid overworking the dough. Additionally, mix the wet and dry ingredients separately before combining them. This will help to ensure that the ingredients are mixed well, without over-mixing the dough.

4. Preheat the Oven

It is essential to preheat your oven before baking the cookies. This is because, without proper preheating, the cookies may not cook evenly, and you may end up with overcooked or undercooked cookies. Typically, set the oven to 350°F and allow it to preheat for about 15 minutes before baking. This will ensure that the cookies cook evenly and come out soft and chewy.

5. Use Parchment Paper or Nonstick Spray

When cooking applesauce raisin cookies, use parchment paper or non-stick spray to prepare the baking sheet. This will prevent the cookies from sticking to the sheet, making it easy to remove them once baked. Additionally, it helps to keep the cookies soft and chewy without them drying out.

6. Bake Them Right

Baking applesauce raisin cookies require to be baked to perfection. Typically, bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown. Over-baking the cookies can make them dry and hard, while under-baking can make them too soft and chewy. Once out of the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

7. Store Them Right

Once the cookies have cooled completely, store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh. The cookies can last for up to a week at room temperature or for up to a month in the freezer. If you plan to freeze the cookies, ensure that you wrap them well in plastic wrap or a freezer bag to prevent freezer burn.

8. Experiment with Different Ingredients

Finally, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients when making applesauce raisin cookies recipes. You can add different spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg or ginger, or try different nuts like almonds or pecans. You can also add chocolate chips or dried cranberries instead of raisins to give the cookies a different flavor. This experimentation will help you create unique and delicious cookies tailored to your taste buds.

Conclusion

These valuable tips will help you make delicious and nutritious applesauce raisin cookies that satisfy your sweet cravings and are still healthy. Remember to use the right ingredients, measure accurately, mix properly, preheat the oven, use parchment paper, bake them right, store properly, and experiment with different ingredients.

Related Topics