These low fat oatmeal raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and warmly spiced—with only 2 grams of fat per cookie. They deliver the comforting flavor of old-fashioned oatmeal cookies, packed with plump raisins and cinnamon, but without the heavy butter or oil. It’s a heart-healthy, high-fiber cookie that’s just sweet enough to hit the spot.
About This Recipe
Each bite is tender with chewy oats, juicy raisins, and a light caramel flavor from brown sugar. The cinnamon adds warmth, while applesauce keeps them moist without extra fat. They taste like the cookies you grew up with, only better for you.
These are the ultimate anytime cookie. Quick to make, perfect for meal prep, and easy to grab as a snack, breakfast treat, or dessert. They’re kid-approved and adult-loved.
Why This Recipe Belongs in Your Diet
Rolled oats and raisins are naturally rich in fiber and help regulate digestion and blood sugar. By replacing butter with unsweetened applesauce and using egg whites, these cookies stay moist and chewy with significantly less fat and cholesterol.
What You’ll Need (Ingredients)
We’re sticking with simple pantry staples, plus a couple of smart swaps to keep these light and satisfying.
- Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (1 cup): The base of these cookies—provides chew and fiber. Avoid quick oats for best texture.
- Whole Wheat Flour (½ cup): Adds heartiness and more nutrients than white flour.
- Baking Soda (½ teaspoon): Helps the cookies rise just enough.
- Ground Cinnamon (½ teaspoon): Adds cozy, warm spice.
- Salt (¼ teaspoon): Enhances all the other flavors.
- Packed Brown Sugar (⅓ cup): Brings depth and keeps the cookies soft.
- Unsweetened Applesauce (¼ cup): Replaces butter or oil while keeping them moist.
- Egg White (1 large): Binds the dough without added fat.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Boosts flavor and aroma.
- Raisins (⅓ cup): Naturally sweet and chewy—classic in oatmeal cookies.
How to Make Low Fat Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk brown sugar, applesauce, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir together: Add dry ingredients into wet and mix until just combined.
- Fold in raisins: Make sure they’re evenly distributed.
- Scoop and shape: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Recipe Tips And Variations
- For extra flavor, soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding—they’ll be plumper.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for a spiced twist.
- Make it dairy-free by ensuring your raisins and other ingredients contain no added milk solids.
How To Store Leftovers
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months and let thaw at room temp or microwave for a warm, soft cookie.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 Cookie
- Calories: 95 Kcal
- Fat: 2 G
- Carbohydrates: 16 G
- Sugars: 7 G
- Protein: 1.5 G
- Sodium: 60 Mg
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- Low Fat Peanut Butter Cookies
- low fat low sugar cookies
- Low Fat Oatmeal Cookies
low fat oatmeal raisin cookies
Description
Soft, chewy cookies with oats, cinnamon, and raisins—just 2g fat per serving.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet.
- Mix oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk brown sugar, applesauce, egg white, and vanilla.
- Stir dry ingredients into wet mixture.
- Fold in raisins.
- Scoop and flatten dough onto sheet.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool 5 minutes, then move to rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding—they’ll be plumper.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for a spiced twist.
Make it dairy-free by ensuring your raisins and other ingredients contain no added milk solids.