These low fat applesauce cookies are soft, spiced, and perfectly moist—with just 2 grams of fat per cookie. Applesauce isn’t just a smart butter replacement here—it’s the star, lending natural sweetness, a cake-like texture, and warm apple flavor to every bite. Ideal for snacking, dessert, or even a light breakfast treat.
About This Recipe
These cookies are tender and fluffy, almost like mini muffin tops. The warm cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla bring out the best in the applesauce, making them feel cozy and comforting. They’re just sweet enough to be satisfying, and they smell amazing as they bake.
These are the kind of cookies you can throw together in minutes with pantry staples. They’re great for meal prep, lunchboxes, or serving with afternoon tea.
Why This Recipe Belongs in Your Diet
Using unsweetened applesauce as both a flavor and fat substitute slashes the fat content while boosting fiber and vitamin C. Pairing it with whole wheat flour and oats adds heart-healthy goodness, making these cookies a smart, low-fat option for anyone looking to eat lighter.
What You’ll Need (Ingredients)
These cookies come together with simple, wholesome ingredients you probably already have on hand.
- Whole Wheat Flour (½ cup): Adds fiber and a mild nutty flavor.
- Rolled Oats (½ cup): Provides texture and heartiness.
- Baking Powder (½ teaspoon): Helps the cookies rise and stay fluffy.
- Baking Soda (¼ teaspoon): Adds a bit more lift and helps balance acidity.
- Ground Cinnamon (1 teaspoon): Pairs beautifully with applesauce.
- Salt (¼ teaspoon): Balances sweetness.
- Brown Sugar (⅓ cup, packed): Adds moisture and a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
- Unsweetened Applesauce (½ cup): The star of the show—provides moisture, flavor, and replaces fat.
- Egg White (1 large): Binds the dough without fat or cholesterol.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Adds aroma and rounds out the flavor.
How to Make Low Fat Applesauce Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, applesauce, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix it up: Add dry ingredients to wet and stir until just combined.
- Scoop dough: Drop rounded tablespoons onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- Add 2 tablespoons of raisins or chopped dried apples for a fruitier bite.
- Sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a subtle crunch.
- Use white whole wheat flour if you prefer a milder flavor.
How to Store Leftovers
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week. These cookies freeze well just thaw before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
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low fat applesauce cookies
Description
Soft, spiced cookies with just 2g fat applesauce keeps them light and moist.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet.
- Mix flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar, applesauce, egg white, and vanilla.
- Stir dry ingredients into wet.
- Scoop dough onto sheet and flatten.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool 5 minutes on pan, then move to rack.