Craving something sweet but worried about your waistline? Get ready to discover the ultimate game-changer in dessert - Low Fat Chocolate Cookies that are so delicious, you won't believe they're actually healthy! These mouthwatering treats prove that you can satisfy your chocolate cravings without derailing your fitness goals. Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey cookie that's packed with flavor but light on calories - sounds too good to be true? Keep reading to unlock the secret recipe that will revolutionize your snacking experience!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk together until all dry ingredients are well blended.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 1/4 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your low fat chocolate cookies as a guilt-free treat or snack!
Tips
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the most intense chocolate flavor
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make your cookies tough and dense
- Use parchment paper to ensure easy cookie removal and even baking
- Let cookies cool completely to achieve the perfect texture
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days
- For extra richness, try using dark chocolate chips with 70% cocoa content
- If the dough seems too dry, add a tiny splash of milk to help bind ingredients
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking
- For a gluten-free version, substitute whole wheat flour with almond flour
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
