Low Fat Cherry Almond Cookies

Satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt with these Low Fat Cherry Almond Cookies! Bursting with the tartness of dried cherries and the nutty crunch of sliced almonds, these cookies are made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce to keep them moist and naturally low in fat. Lightly sweetened with granulated and brown sugar, they deliver the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, complemented by a hint of almond and vanilla extract. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these cookies are easy to whip up for a quick snack or a healthy dessert. Perfect for anyone craving a light, flavorful treat, they're the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Keywords: low fat cherry almond cookies, healthy dessert, guilt-free cookies, low-fat baking recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar (lightly packed)
• 1 unit Egg white (large)
• 0.5 teaspoon Pure almond extract
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cherries (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix well until the sugars are dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Add the egg white, almond extract, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Whisk until fully combined.

Step 5

Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to form a dough. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped dried cherries and sliced almonds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops appear slightly dry.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your Low Fat Cherry Almond Cookies with a warm beverage or as a light snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(621.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1801.8

Total Fat 19.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1124.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 386.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 226.9g
Protein 30.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 183.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 921.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.4%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 84.0%