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Low Calorie Cookies

These Low Calorie Cookies are a delightful guilt-free treat! Soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sweetener of choice
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips of choice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, mix the granulated sweetener with the unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 3 months.
  • Unbaked cookie dough can also be frozen and baked from frozen.