Ingredients:
2 cups standard flour (alternatively, use gluten-free flour)
1 ยฝ teaspoons of cinnamon powder
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 teaspoon of salt
1 cup vegan butter (equivalent to 2 sticks), brought to room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 flaxseed eggs
1 teaspoon of pure vanilla essence
3 cups traditional oatmeal (or opt for gluten-free oats)
2 cups finely chopped green apples
1/3 cup vegan-friendly salted caramel
Instructions:
Preparation: Set your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well-blended.
Butter & Sugar Mixture: In a separate bowl, cream together the vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the texture is smooth and airy. Integrate the flaxseed eggs and vanilla essence. Gradually add in the dry ingredient mixture and blend until a consistent batter forms.
Final Additions: Using a spatula, gently fold in the oats and chopped apples. Portion the cookie dough onto your prepared sheets. For a sweet touch, drizzle dots of salted caramel over each cookie using a squeeze bottle or spoon.
Baking: Place in the oven and bake for approximately 20-22 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden hue. Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the sheets. For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a bit more caramel over the cookies just before serving.