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Applesauce Cookies

These applesauce cookies are a straightforward, low-fuss option when you want sweet-ish cookies without added sugar and with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (make sure it's the no sugar added kind) Provides moisture and mild sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil Gives flavor and structure.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups gluten free all purpose flour blend Provides familiar cookie crumb texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Provides leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Provides additional lift.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup dairy free chocolate chips Add sweetness and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten free flour blend, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
  4. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, folding until the batter is smooth and scoopable.
  5. Stir in the dairy free chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Using a rounded tablespoon, drop mounds of batter onto the lined sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each.
  7. Slightly flatten the tops with a finger or spoon for even baking.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are light golden and centers look set.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Bake a fresh batch whenever needed.