Healthy Cream Cheese Cookies
Indulge guilt-free in these *Healthy Cream Cheese Cookies*, a perfectly balanced treat that's soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Made with whole wheat pastry flour for added nutrients, reduced-fat cream cheese for a creamy texture, and coconut sugar for a natural sweetness, these cookies are a healthier twist on a classic favorite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and optional dark chocolate chips for a touch of decadence, they’re ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Perfect for snack time, dessert, or when you’re craving a homemade treat, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to love.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (reduced-fat, softened)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 0.5 cup Coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Add the coconut sugar and continue mixing until well combined and fluffy, approximately 2 more minutes.
Step 5
Mix in the vanilla extract and egg, beating until fully incorporated.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips at this point.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers to ensure even baking.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 662.2 grams (662.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2492 |
| Total Fat 117.50g | 151% |
| Saturated Fat 66.10g | 331% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g | |
| Cholesterol 409mg | 136% |
| Sodium 1647mg | 72% |
| Total Carbohydrate 334.70g | 122% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.30g | 108% |
| Total Sugars 173.80g | |
| Protein 49.50g | 99% |
| Vitamin D 83IU | 415% |
| Calcium 303mg | 23% |
| Iron 19mg | 106% |
| Potassium 1650mg | 35% |
Source of Calories