Giant Low Fat Ginger Cookies
Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these Giant Low Fat Ginger Cookies are the ultimate guilt-free treat for gingerbread lovers. Made with heartwarming flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, this recipe swaps butter for unsweetened applesauce to keep them moist while reducing fat. A touch of molasses adds deep sweetness, and a light coating of sugar gives each cookie a delightful sparkle and slight crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, these generously sized cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for holiday gatherings or an everyday indulgence with your favorite cup of tea. With their bold flavor, oversized charm, and healthier twist, these ginger cookies are sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, molasses, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a dough forms. The dough will be soft but should hold its shape.
Using a large cookie scoop or your hands, divide the dough into 10 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and then roll it lightly in the granulated sugar until coated.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one to allow for spreading.
Using the bottom of a glass or your palm, gently press each dough ball to flatten slightly. The cookies should be about 3/4 inch thick.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have a slightly cracked appearance.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your giant low-fat ginger cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 3317 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 595.5 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 359.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1990 mg | 42% | |
*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.
