Healthy Cookies With No Sugar: Delightfully Guilt-Free Treats
These healthy cookies are a delightful treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without the sugar guilt. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a tasty snack while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the applesauce, melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits for extra flavor and texture!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg