Very Tiny Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in guilt-free snacking with these Very Tiny Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies—adorably bite-sized treats crafted with wholesome ingredients and flavor in every nibble. Made with just two tablespoons of butter and a clever substitution of unsweetened applesauce, these cookies deliver all the richness of classic chocolate chip cookies while keeping the fat content low. Perfectly portioned at about a half-teaspoon of dough per cookie, they bake to golden perfection in under 10 minutes. Mini chocolate chips ensure that every bite is loaded with chocolaty goodness, all while using less sugar and fat. Ideal as a light dessert or quick snack, these tiny treasures make it easy to indulge without overindulging. Enjoy their tender, chewy texture and rich flavor, knowing you're treating yourself to a lower-fat option!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg white
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
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-sized bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract and egg white, combining thoroughly.
Step 4
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 7
Using a teaspoon or very small cookie scoop, drop tiny amounts of dough (about 1/2 teaspoon each) onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy these tiny, lower-fat chocolate chip cookies as a delightful snack or treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (283.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 954.5 |
| Total Fat 30.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 683.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.0g | |
| Protein 14.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 67.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 250.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories