Ingredients for Applesauce Cocoa Cookies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) shortening
- ¾ cup granulated sugar substitute
- 1 large egg
- 0 units Cake Flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0 units Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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How to Make Applesauce Cocoa Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted shortening and ¾ cup granulated sugar substitute until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with ½ cup applesauce and 2 tablespoons water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
3g
Carbs
2g
