Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together shortening and sugar.

Step 3

Beat in eggs until well blended.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie seasoning, and salt; then stir into sugar mixture.  Mix until well blended.

Step 5

(Optional) Fold in the walnuts.

Step 6

Gently blend in oats and diced apple.

Step 7

Drop by spoonfuls onto an un-greased cookie sheet.

Step 8

Bake for 12-15 minutes or till the edges are just barely turning brown.

Step 9

Remove from oven.

Step 10

Let sit on cookie sheet for 10 minutes to cool and set.

Step 11

Remove and place on wire racks to cool completely.

Step 12

Melt the white chocolate wafers and drizzle over the tops of cookies for garnish.

Step 13

Enjoy!