Low-Calorie Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in these low-calorie chocolate chip cookies—soft, chewy, and guilt-free. Made with a hint of cinnamon for added warmth, these treats combine wholesome ingredients to create a deliciously satisfying dessert. Perfect for mindful snacking, they’re easy to prepare and loved by all.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Wire cooling rack
- Hand Mixer
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, then mix this with the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, scoop 1.5-tablespoon portions onto the baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to four days.
- To make these cookies even lighter, swap butter for unsweetened applesauce.