Low Fat Whole Foods Market Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Indulge in the perfect balance of decadence and healthier baking with these Low Fat Whole Foods Market Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Crafted with nutty browned butter, unsweetened applesauce, and whole wheat pastry flour, these cookies deliver a rich, caramelized flavor with a lighter twist. Studded with dark chocolate chunks and optional crunchy walnuts, they offer bursts of bittersweet decadence in every bite. With just 4 tablespoons of butter and the natural sweetness of applesauce, these cookies are a guilt-free treat for any occasion. Perfectly chewy with crisp edges, they come together quickly and make a fantastic healthier dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Bake up a batch of these wholesome, crowd-pleasing cookies for your next gathering or snack-time craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 18

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Dark chocolate chunks (70% cacao or higher)
• 0.25 cup Walnuts (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring frequently. Continue to cook until the butter foams, then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn it. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter and applesauce. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, whisking until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 3

Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and light in texture.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the dark chocolate chunks and walnuts, if using.

Step 7

Cover the dough and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to ensure the cookies hold their shape when baked.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 9

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still look slightly underdone, as they will set while cooling.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(679.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2861.2

Total Fat 150.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 343.5mg	0%
Sodium 1392.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.4g	0%
Total Sugars 169.1g
Protein 49.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 308.3mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 2284.3mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 47.3%