Fat Free Molasses Cookies

Discover the guilt-free delight of Fat Free Molasses Cookies, a wholesome and flavorful treat perfect for health-conscious cookie lovers. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with molasses and unsweetened applesauce, these cookies are a delicious way to enjoy a classic dessert without added fats. Warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves give these soft and chewy cookies an irresistibly cozy flavor, making them ideal for holiday gatherings or everyday snacking. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe yields 24 cookies that are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Perfect for those seeking fat-free desserts or healthier snack options, these molasses cookies are sure to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth, sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the edges look slightly firm. Be careful not to overbake as they can become dry.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	672.4 grams (672.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1659

Total Fat 5.00g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1948mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 390.10g	142%
Dietary Fiber 33.00g	118%
Total Sugars 209.00g
Protein 32.60g	65%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510mg	39%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 3577mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 89.9%