Low Fat Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Classic Peanut Butter Cookies, a healthier twist on a timeless favorite. Made with natural creamy peanut butter and sweetened with a blend of light brown sugar and unsweetened applesauce, these cookies deliver all the nutty richness you love with significantly less fat. The recipe swaps traditional butter for applesauce, making it a lighter yet irresistibly soft and chewy option. A quick 15-minute prep time and a short 10-minute bake make these delicious peanut butter treats perfect for busy days. Ideal for sharing, this 24-serving batch is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your healthy lifestyle. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or pair them with a glass of milk for a cozy snack!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
Add the peanut butter to the sugar mixture and stir until smooth.
Step 5
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Using a fork, gently press down on each dough mound to flatten it slightly, creating a crisscross pattern.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (563.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2009.0 |
| Total Fat 63.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1820.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 320.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 167.7g | |
| Protein 50.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 189.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1084.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories