Low Calorie Chocolate Chip Cookies
Enjoy the classic taste of chocolate chip cookies without the guilt with these low calorie, moist treats made with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
- 2 tsps baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 tsps cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce Acts as a substitute for butter
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted Can be replaced with canola oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sweetener of choice Options include Stevia or Erythritol
Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup chocolate chips of choice Can use dark or white chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine white whole wheat flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sweetener, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until uniform.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently to combine until smooth.
Shaping and Baking
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Form 16 balls of cookie dough and space them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For serving, enjoy warm or alongside a glass of almond milk. These cookies can be packaged as gifts! For best results, allow cooling before transferring.