Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

There’s nothing quite like homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies fresh from the oven, with golden edges, soft centers, and plenty of melted chocolate in every bite. This classic treat combines buttery cookie dough, sweet chocolate chips.

The best part is how easy these cookies are to make with simple pantry ingredients. Whether you’re baking for your family, preparing an afternoon snack, or satisfying a sweet craving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe?

• Easy to Make: This chocolate chip cookies recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and straightforward steps, making it perfect for beginner bakers.
• Soft and Chewy Texture: Enjoy cookies with lightly crisp edges and soft, chewy centers that make every bite delicious.
• Loaded with Chocolate: Every cookie is filled with sweet chocolate chips, giving you plenty of chocolatey goodness in each bite.
• Perfect for Any Occasion: These cookies are great for afternoon snacks, lunchbox treats, holiday baking, or sharing with friends and family.

I was honestly shocked at how good these low calorie chocolate chip cookies turned out! They were soft, had just the right amount of sweetness, and didn’t taste “healthy” at all—in the best way. Perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth without the guilt. Saving this recipe for sure!

— Rachel Morgan, California

Ingredient Substitutions

• Butter: You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter. Just reduce the added salt slightly to balance the flavor.
• All-Purpose Flour: Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend if you need a gluten-free option. The texture may vary slightly.
• Brown Sugar: If you don’t have brown sugar, use granulated sugar, though the cookies may be a little less moist and chewy.
• Chocolate Chips: Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
• Vanilla Extract: Use vanilla bean paste in the same amount for a similar flavor, or omit it if you don’t have any available.
• Eggs: For an egg-free alternative, try a commercial egg replacer according to the package directions. The cookie texture may be slightly different.

Low Calorie Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

This Low Calorie Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe offers a guilt free indulgence with all the flavors you love. Soft, chewy, and sweet, these cookies are made with wholesome ingredients, making them perfect for satisfying your cravings without compromising on health.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 16 people

Calories 96 kcal

Equipment

• Oven
• Whisk
• Mixing bowls
• Parchment paper
• Large baking sheet

Ingredients

  

• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips of choice
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups white whole wheat flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sweetener of choice
• ¼ cup coconut oil melted

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  
• In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetener, applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  
• Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  
• Form 16 cookie dough balls and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
  

Notes

• Substitute swerve brown sugar with any granulated sweetener if needed.
• For a more buttery texture, reduce applesauce to 6 tablespoons and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.

Nutrition Facts (Approximate per cookie, 16 cookies)

What to Serve With It

• chocolate pie
• hot chocolate
• Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
• Fruit Salad Recipes
• whipped cream

Creative Leftover Transformations

• Ice Cream Sandwiches
• Cookie Crumble Sundae
• Chocolate Chip Cookie Milkshake
• Cookie Crust

Variations to Try

1. Double Chocolate: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder and use chocolate chunks.
2. Peanut Butter Chip Cookies: Swap chocolate chips for peanut butter chips.
3. Banana Chocolate Chip: Replace applesauce with mashed banana.
4. Cinnamon Swirl Cookies: Add a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle before baking.
5. Trail Mix Cookies: Add nuts, seeds, and cranberries.

FAQs

1. Can I use all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat?
   Yes, but the texture will be slightly lighter.
2. Can I skip the applesauce?
   Increase coconut oil to ½ cup, but cookies will be richer and crispier.
3. Why is my dough too sticky?
   Chill it longer or add a tablespoon of flour.
4. Can I make these cookies vegan?
   Yes, all ingredients are already vegan if you choose vegan chocolate chips.
5. Can I freeze the baked cookies?
   Absolutely, freeze up to 2 months.
6. Why did my cookies spread too much?
   Dough was too warm or too wet — chill before baking.
7. Can I use brown sugar?
   Yes, it adds deeper flavor and moisture.
8. Can I use butter instead of coconut oil?
   Yes, melt it before using.