Weight Watchers Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (Low Points)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for lower carbs)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or Lakanto)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (Lily’s or similar brand)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, applesauce, brown sugar substitute, granulated sugar substitute, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Make the Dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie, Approx. 1.5-inch size):
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 2g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 1g
- Fat: 4g
- Weight Watchers Points: 2-3 points (depending on your personal plan)
Tips & Variations:
- Add-ins: Try adding chopped nuts or dried cranberries (adjust points accordingly).
- Flour Options: Use almond flour for a keto-friendly version.
- Sweeteners: Adjust sweetness based on your taste and preferred sugar substitutes.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Benefits:
- Low-Calorie Treat: Satisfies sweet cravings without high sugar content.
- High Fiber & Protein: Use fiber-enriched flour or protein powder for added health benefits.
- Customizable: Easily adjust ingredients to fit specific dietary needs.
Enjoy these delicious, Weight Watchers-friendly chocolate chip cookies as a guilt-free snack!