Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Makes: 12 cookies
Points: • 1 cookie = 1–2 WW Points (varies slightly based on exact brands and plan) ⸻
Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (zero points) • 1/4 cup brown sugar substitute (like Swerve Brown or Lakanto Golden) • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp baking soda • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free baking flour) • 1/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (Lily’s or Enjoy Life for lower points) ⸻
Optional Add-ins (if you have points to spare): • 1 tbsp peanut butter powder (adds richness) • Dash of cinnamon or espresso powder for depth ⸻
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray lightly with nonstick spray.
2. Mix applesauce, brown sugar substitute, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined — the dough will be soft but should hold shape. 4. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
5. Scoop dough (about 1 tbsp per cookie) onto prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with wet fingers or the back of a spoon.
6. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are just golden. Cookies will set more as they cool.
7. Cool on a rack and enjoy! ⸻ Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temp or freeze for longer! ⸻
Tips: • Using mini chocolate chips spreads the chocolate flavor more evenly and saves points. • These are soft and cakey, not crispy — perfect if you love a chewy texture. • If you want richer flavor and don’t mind an extra point, you can swap part of the applesauce for light butter.
