Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Our quest to create a chocolate chip cookie that was both healthy and delicious began with a deep dive into the science of baking. We knew that traditional chocolate chip cookies are loaded with sugar and butter, which can contribute to weight gain and other health problems. So, we set out to find a way to reduce the amount of sugar and butter in our cookies without sacrificing taste or texture.

Chocolate chip cookies have been a beloved treat for generations, but they're not exactly known for being healthy. In fact, a single chocolate chip cookie can contain up to 15 grams of sugar and 10 grams of fat. That's why we set out to create a healthier version of this classic cookie that would be just as delicious as the traditional version, but without all the guilt.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, coconut sugar, and maple syrup until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges and just set in the center.
9. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Why It Works

• **Whole wheat flour and rolled oats** provide fiber, which helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
• **Coconut sugar** is a natural sweetener that has a lower glycemic index than white sugar, which means it won't cause spikes in your blood sugar levels.
• **Pure maple syrup** is another natural sweetener that adds a touch of flavor and sweetness to the cookies.
• **Unsalted butter** allows you to control the amount of salt in the cookies. We recommend using unsalted butter because it will give you the most flexibility in terms of flavor.
• **Baking soda** helps the cookies to rise and become fluffy.
• **Salt** balances out the sweetness of the cookies and enhances the flavor of the chocolate chips.