Weight Watchers Cookies

Weight Watchers Friendly Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup zero-calorie sweetener (like Swerve)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar substitute
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
• Optional: 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer (or whisk)
• Cooling rack
• Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions

1. Prepare
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
   • Line baking sheet with parchment paper
   • Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray
2. Dry Ingredients
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together:
     • All-purpose flour
     • Baking soda
     • Salt
3. Wet Ingredients
   • In a separate large bowl, mix:
     • Unsweetened applesauce
     • Zero-calorie sweetener
     • Brown sugar substitute
   • Beat in:
     • Egg
     • Vanilla extract
   • Mix until well combined and slightly fluffy
4. Combine
   • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients
   • Stir until just combined
   • Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips
   • Add optional nuts if desired
5. Bake
   • Drop dough by tablespoon onto prepared baking sheet
   • Space cookies about 2 inches apart
   • Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon
   • Bake for 10-12 minutes
   • Cookies should be lightly golden around the edges
6. Cool
   • Remove from oven
   • Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes
   • Transfer to wire rack to cool completely

Nutritional Information (per cookie)

• Calories: Approximately 50-60
• Weight Watchers Points: 1-2 points
• Protein: 1g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fat: 1-2g

Variations

• Chocolate Lover’s Version: Use cocoa powder in dough
• Spice It Up: Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Fruit Twist: Add 2 tbsp dried cranberries

Storage Tips

• Store in airtight container
• Room temperature: 3-4 days
• Refrigerate: Up to 1 week
• Freeze: Up to 1 month

Baking Notes

• For softer cookies, slightly underbake
• For crispier cookies, bake 1-2 minutes longer
• Use parchment paper for easy cleanup

Pro Tips

• Weigh ingredients for most accurate results
• Let ingredients come to room temperature
• Don’t overmix the dough
• Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies

Dietary Considerations

• Low-fat
• Reduced sugar
• Suitable for Weight Watchers program
• Can be made gluten-free with alternative flour

Helpful Reminder

• Points may vary slightly based on specific ingredients
• Always check your personal Weight Watchers plan
• Modify recipe as needed to fit your nutritional goals