Ingredients
- ▢ 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ▢ 1/2 cup applesauce
- ▢ 1/2 cup maple syrup
- ▢ 1 large egg
- ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ▢ 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ▢ 2 cups old fashioned oats
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
- ▢ 1/2 cup dried cherries
- ▢ 1/2 cup flax seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place the butter, applesauce, and maple syrup in a large bowl or stand mixer and beat until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fold in the pistachios, dried cherries, and flax seeds.
- Using a small cookie scoop or a 2-tablespoon measure, portion the dough onto parchment-lined or silicone-lined baking sheets.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the palm of your hand, as they will not spread during baking.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before serving.
