Low Calorie Oats Snack: Light Oat and Apple Cookies Recipe

Oats and apple baked into little cookies with no added sugar. These low calorie oat snacks are naturally sweet and guilt-free enough to eat two.

Cook 35 min Difficulty EASY 72 kcal
#vegetarian #diabetic friendly #bariatric friendly #low calorie
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • rolled oats 1 cup
  • apple 1 piece
  • egg white 1 piece
  • unsweetened applesauce 1 4 oz
Seasonings/Sauce
  • cinnamon 1 tsp
  • vanilla extract 0.5 tsp
  • salt 1 pinch
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 14 g 78%
Protein 2 g 11%
Fat 1.5 g 11%
Serving size 38g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Grate the apple using a box grater and gently squeeze out any excess moisture with paper towels.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, grated apple, unsweetened applesauce, egg white, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fully combined.

  4. 4

    Use a tablespoon to scoop small mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon for even baking.

  5. 5

    Bake for 18–20 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through for even color, until the cookies are firm and lightly golden. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Rolled oats are the backbone of these cookies, providing a hearty texture and natural fiber, while apple and applesauce bring sweetness and moisture without any added sugar. The combination makes the cookies both chewy and naturally sweet.
Q. How can I make sure the cookies have the best texture?
Squeezing excess moisture from the grated apple is essential—too much liquid will prevent the cookies from holding together. Also, flattening each mound slightly before baking ensures even baking and a consistent chewy texture.
Q. How do I avoid overbaking or underbaking these oat and apple cookies?
Bake at 350°F for 18–20 minutes and rotate the tray halfway through. The cookies are done when lightly golden and firm to the touch. Letting them cool for 10 minutes lets them set completely without becoming dry.
Q. What is the nutrition profile per serving?
Each 38g cookie serving provides about 72 kcal, 14g carbohydrates (78% caloric contribution), 2g protein (11%), and 1.5g fat (11%). This recipe fits low calorie and diabetic friendly criteria due to its naturally sweet, low-sugar approach.
Q. Are these oat and apple cookies suitable for vegetarians or specific diets?
Absolutely. All ingredients are plant-based except for the egg white, making them vegetarian. They are also diabetic friendly due to low carbs and no added sugar, and bariatric friendly with a modest calorie count per serving.
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