Low Fat Molasses Cookies
Satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt with these chewy and fragrant Low Fat Molasses Cookies, a healthier take on a classic favorite. Packed with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies are naturally sweetened with rich molasses and applesauce, reducing the need for butter or oil. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, they’re a wholesome treat perfect for those seeking a lower-fat dessert option. Ready in under 30 minutes, these soft, spiced gems are ideal for holiday gatherings or an everyday indulgence. Pair them with a cup of tea or your favorite warm beverage for a comforting, feel-good snack you won’t want to miss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Molasses
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1 Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine unsweetened applesauce, molasses, and brown sugar. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
Add the egg white and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients, and whisk until combined.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center appears slightly soft.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these low-fat molasses cookies with a cup of tea or as a sweet snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2000 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 386.0 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 3408 mg | 73% | |
*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.
