No Sugar or Substitutes Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of No Sugar or Substitutes Chocolate Chip Cookies, a naturally sweetened treat that’s perfect for guilt-free snacking. This recipe swaps processed sugars and artificial sweeteners for the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating soft, flavorful cookies with a delightfully moist texture. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, bittersweet chocolate chips, and optional crunchy nuts, these cookies deliver a rich and satisfying flavor without compromising on health. Ready in under 30 minutes, these easy-to-make cookies are a fantastic choice for clean eating, making them ideal for family baking sessions or on-the-go snacks. Perfectly balanced and free of refined sugar, these chocolate chip cookies let you enjoy a nourishing dessert without the sugar rush!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 large Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Bittersweet chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher, sugar-free if available)
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the unsalted butter to the bananas and mix until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract and the egg, mixing until the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Fold in the bittersweet chocolate chips and nuts (if using).

Step 8

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.

Step 10

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

Step 11

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

Step 12

Enjoy your naturally sweetened chocolate chip cookies as a guilt-free treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(815.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2816.1

Total Fat 177.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 343.5mg	0%
Sodium 1362.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 303.7mg	0%
Iron 28.7mg	0%
Potassium 3480.8mg	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: 54.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 37.9%