The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Craving delicious chocolate chip cookies without the guilt? These amazing cookies deliver incredible taste with a lower-fat twist! While not completely fat-free, they're significantly lighter than your average cookie, making them the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Get ready to experience the best lower-fat chocolate chip cookie you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 115.2 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
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  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (divided)

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How to Make The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg, 2 large egg whites, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional).
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

18g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies takes about 41 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 26 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies has approximately 115.2 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The key ingredients for The Best Lower Fat Chocolate Chip Cookies are Light Butter, Egg, Egg Whites, Vanilla Extract, Sugar, Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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