Ingredients
1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups toasted wheat germ1 cup quick-cooking oats2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup (6 ounces) miniature chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Preparation
In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and oil until blended. Beat in egg, then applesauce. Combine the flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Flatten slightly with a glass bottom coated with cooking spray.
Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.
