These low-fat, low cholesterol cookies are soft, sweet, and incredibly simple—with just 2 grams of fat and 0 mg cholesterol per cookie. Made without eggs, butter, or dairy, they rely on applesauce, almond milk, and heart-friendly oats to create a cookie that’s both satisfying and gentle on your heart health.
About This Recipe
These cookies have a soft, cake-like texture with just the right amount of chew from oats. The flavor is warm and mellow, with vanilla and cinnamon bringing gentle sweetness. You can enjoy them plain or customize them with a bit of fruit or spice.
They’re egg-free, dairy-free, and perfect for anyone on a heart-healthy or plant-based diet. Quick to make, and great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Why This Recipe Belongs in Your Diet
Every ingredient in this recipe supports a low-fat, low-cholesterol lifestyle. Applesauce and almond milk replace oil and eggs, keeping saturated fat and cholesterol at zero. Rolled oats provide soluble fiber, which can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels naturally.
What You’ll Need (Ingredients)
This recipe is built from simple, plant-based pantry staples that deliver big on comfort and health.
- Rolled Oats (1 cup): Adds fiber, texture, and supports heart health.
- Whole Wheat Flour (½ cup): Adds more fiber and structure.
- Baking Powder (½ teaspoon): Helps cookies rise without baking soda’s acid requirement.
- Cinnamon (½ teaspoon): Adds warmth and natural sweetness.
- Salt (¼ teaspoon): Enhances flavor without increasing sodium too much.
- Unsweetened Applesauce (½ cup): Replaces fat and eggs, keeps the cookies moist.
- Maple Syrup or Agave (2 tablespoons): Natural sweetener, low on the glycemic index.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Boosts the cookie flavor with zero cholesterol.
- Unsweetened Almond Milk (2 tablespoons): Provides moisture without any animal products.
How to Make Low Fat, Low Cholesterol Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix applesauce, syrup, vanilla, and almond milk.
- Stir it all together: Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Scoop and shape: Drop tablespoon-sized amounts onto baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are set and tops look dry.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- Add 2 tablespoons of chopped dates or raisins for natural sweetness.
- Use oat flour for a completely gluten-free version.
- A pinch of nutmeg or cardamom can add a cozy twist.
How to Store Leftovers
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. These also freeze well—wrap and thaw as needed.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
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Low Fat Low Cholesterol Cookies
Description
Naturally sweet, soft cookies with just 2g fat and under 40mg sodium—perfect for heart-healthy snacking.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet.
- Mash banana and mix with applesauce and vanilla.
- Stir in oats, flour, cinnamon, and baking powder.
- Fold in optional mix-ins.
- Scoop and flatten onto sheet.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until set.
- Cool 5 minutes on pan, then transfer to rack.