{"id":281,"date":"2025-11-30T11:50:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T11:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/?p=281"},"modified":"2026-01-03T13:04:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T13:04:31","slug":"healthy-oatmeal-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/healthy-oatmeal-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Oatmeal Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">These healthy oatmeal cookies are the perfect answer when you\u2019re craving something sweet but still want to keep ingredients simple and nourishing. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and applesauce, they skip refined sugar entirely while still delivering a soft, chewy texture. They\u2019re great for breakfast on the go, an afternoon snack, or a kid-approved treat you can feel good about serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With just one bowl and minimal prep, this recipe is ideal for busy days. You can easily customize the mix-ins\u2014go classic with raisins or add chocolate chips for a slightly more indulgent feel. Whether you\u2019re baking with kids or meal-prepping for the week, these cookies come together quickly and store well for easy snacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">3 ripe bananas, mashed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u2153 cup unsweetened applesauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">2 cups rolled oats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 tablespoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00bd cup raisins or chocolate chips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Preheat the oven to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong> and lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth. Add the applesauce, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and stir until well combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fold in the oats and raisins or chocolate chips. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated and the mixture resembles thick cookie dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, gently flattening each mound with the back of a spoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Bake for <strong>15\u201320 minutes<\/strong>, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden on the bottom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Let cool slightly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4\u20135 days.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Based on recipe found on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.favfamilyrecipes.com\/guilt-free-oatmeal-cookies\/\">favfamilyrecipes.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These healthy oatmeal cookies are the perfect answer when you\u2019re craving something sweet but still want to keep ingredients simple and nourishing. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and applesauce, they skip refined sugar entirely while still delivering a soft, chewy texture. They\u2019re great for breakfast on the go, an afternoon snack, or a kid-approved treat [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":456,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-281","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Oatmeal-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1868&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":265,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/lemon-oatmeal-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":0},"title":"Lemon Oatmeal Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"November 30, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"These bright and cheerful lemon oatmeal cookies offer a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie, combining the wholesome heartiness of old-fashioned oats with the fresh, zesty flavor of lemon. The buttery dough is infused with both lemon extract and fresh lemon zest, creating a cookie that's equally at home\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Lemon Oatmeal Cookies","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lemon-Oatmeal-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lemon-Oatmeal-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lemon-Oatmeal-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lemon-Oatmeal-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lemon-Oatmeal-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":271,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/chewy-oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":1},"title":"Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"November 30, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"These chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a comforting classic, featuring soft centers, lightly crisp edges, and plenty of hearty oats in every bite. Sweetened with a blend of brown and granulated sugars, they strike the perfect balance between rich, buttery flavor and old-fashioned texture. Quick to make and endlessly\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chewy-Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chewy-Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chewy-Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chewy-Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chewy-Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":99,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/vegan-cinnamon-star-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":2},"title":"Vegan Cinnamon Star Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"November 30, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"These vegan cinnamon star cookies are warmly spiced, lightly sweet, and perfect for cozy baking days. Made with simple plant-based ingredients, they use blended apple and oil to create a tender, soft cookie without the need for eggs or butter. Ground almonds add richness, while cinnamon brings a comforting flavor\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Vegan Cinnamon Star Cookies","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Vegan-Cinnamon-Star-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Vegan-Cinnamon-Star-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Vegan-Cinnamon-Star-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Vegan-Cinnamon-Star-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Vegan-Cinnamon-Star-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":119,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/vegan-sugar-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":3},"title":"Vegan Sugar Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"March 6, 2020","format":false,"excerpt":"All the best parts of cookies without the dairy, nuts, and egg. Desserts and cookies never looked (and tasted) much better than this!","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Vegan Sugar Cookies","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":263,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/snickerdoodle-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":4},"title":"Snickerdoodle Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"November 30, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"These classic snickerdoodle cookies are soft, chewy, and coated in a cozy layer of cinnamon sugar that makes them irresistible straight from the oven. With their tender centers and lightly crisp edges, they strike the perfect balance between comfort and indulgence, making them a favorite for holidays, bake sales, or\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Snickerdoodle Cookies","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snickerdoodle-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snickerdoodle-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snickerdoodle-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snickerdoodle-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snickerdoodle-Cookies.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":277,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/healthy-vegan-baked-cinnamon-donuts\/","url_meta":{"origin":281,"position":5},"title":"Healthy Vegan Baked Cinnamon Donuts","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"November 30, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"These healthy vegan baked cinnamon donuts are soft, lightly sweet, and warmly spiced, making them perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. Made without eggs or dairy and naturally sweetened with applesauce, they offer a comforting donut flavor while keeping the ingredient list simple and wholesome. Baked instead of fried,\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Recipes&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Recipes","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/category\/recipes\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"Healthy Vegan Baked Cinnamon Donuts","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Vegan-Baked-Cinnamon-Donuts.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Vegan-Baked-Cinnamon-Donuts.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Vegan-Baked-Cinnamon-Donuts.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Vegan-Baked-Cinnamon-Donuts.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Healthy-Vegan-Baked-Cinnamon-Donuts.jpg?fit=1200%2C876&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]}],"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pbGE3p-4x","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=281"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":442,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281\/revisions\/442"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/456"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=281"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=281"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=281"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}