Low Fat Valentine Cookies
Celebrate love with these guilt-free Low Fat Valentine Cookies, a delightful treat that's as wholesome as it is charming! Made with heart-healthy ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and egg whites, these cookies pack all the sweetness you crave with none of the excess fat. Their soft, tender texture pairs perfectly with a light, customizable glaze that's easy to whip up using powdered sugar, low-fat milk, and a splash of food coloring for a festive touch. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ready to serve in under an hour, these heart-shaped cookies are the perfect way to indulge in a sweet moment with your loved ones without compromising on healthy eating goals. Whether you're planning a romantic evening or treating your family, these low-fat cookies are a must-try for Valentine's Day or any special occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.25 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Low-fat milk
- 3 drops Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a larger mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce and granulated sugar. Whisk until well incorporated.
Add vanilla extract, almond extract, and egg whites to the applesauce mixture. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes, then place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make a light glaze, mix the powdered sugar, low-fat milk, and food coloring (if desired) in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle or spread the glaze onto cooled cookies.
Allow the glaze to set for 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1159 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.5 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*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.
