Step 1

Preheat oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat.

Step 2

With an electric mixer, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add in eggs and vanilla and cream together until combined. Add the applesauce and beat for 1 minute until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

In a food processor, pulse 1 cup until they are a course grind.

Step 5

Add the ground and remaining oats, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the mixing bowl and mix in.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips and raisins.

Step 7

Roll into 1.5" balls and gently pat down on baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake for about 12-15 minutes.

Step 9

Let cool on a cooling rack and serve!