Low Fat Monster Cookies

Indulge guilt-free with these irresistibly chewy Low Fat Monster Cookies, a lighter take on the classic treat! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for added moisture, these cookies are bursting with rich flavor while keeping the fat content in check. The combination of mini chocolate chips and vibrant mini M&M candies ensures every bite delivers a sweet, chocolatey crunch. Perfectly soft and ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies are ideal for a quick snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert. Whether you're watching your calories or just looking for a healthier cookie option, these Low Fat Monster Cookies prove that indulgence doesn't have to come with compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup mini M&M candies
• 0.5 cup peanut butter

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, mix together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the unsalted butter, unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Mix in the peanut butter until well combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the mini chocolate chips and mini M&M candies with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

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	(1013.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3823.8

Total Fat 165.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0g
Cholesterol 327.0mg	0%
Sodium 2931.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 527.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 281.1g
Protein 85.2g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 370.9mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 1970.3mg	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: 37.9%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 53.5%