Lighter Low Calorie Snickerdoodles
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with these Lighter Low Calorie Snickerdoodles—soft, cinnamon-infused cookies that deliver classic flavor with a healthier twist. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for lighter alternatives, like unsweetened applesauce and a single egg white, to cut down on fat and calories without compromising on taste or texture. Rolled in a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating, these cookies bake up tender and golden in just 10 minutes, making them a perfect option for quick, healthier desserts or snacks. With simple pantry staples and only 15 minutes of prep time, these low-calorie snickerdoodles are a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome yet satisfying treat. Perfect for sharing or savoring with a cup of tea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter, unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg white and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, then beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar (for coating) and ground cinnamon (for coating).
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Roll the ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated, then place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, spacing the balls about 2 inches apart.
Using the bottom of a glass or your palm, gently flatten each cookie slightly.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your healthier snickerdoodles with a cup of tea, coffee, or as a guilt-free treat on their own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.9 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1122 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 328.0 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
