Apple-Oatmeal Cookies

Apple-Oatmeal Cookies

Yields: 3 dozen

• 1 1⁄2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
• 3⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3⁄4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1⁄2 cup raisins
• 1 cup finely chopped peeled apple (such as Granny Smith)
• 1 large egg, slightly beaten
• 1⁄2 cup honey
• 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil
• 1⁄3 cup milk

1. Preheat oven to 375°F In a medium bowl, combine oats, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Stir in raisins and apples.
4. In a large bowl, combine egg, honey, oil and milk.
5. Stir in dry ingredients.
6. Mix to form a smooth batter.
7. Drop batter onto ungreased baking sheets, using a rounded teaspoon of dough for each cookies, leaving 2 inches between.
8. Dip fingers into water.
9. Press dough down to about 1 1/2-inch diameter Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden Remove sheet from oven.
10. Transfer cookies to cooling rack.

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Total time: 30 minutes