Chocolate Crinkles (Lighter Recipe)
Description
These Chocolate Crinkles offer a lighter take on the classic cookie, using applesauce and fat-free egg product to reduce fat without sacrificing flavor. The result is a dense, fudgy chocolate cookie that cracks beautifully as it bakes, revealing a dark interior beneath a snowy powdered sugar coating. Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or an afternoon treat, they provide a rich chocolate experience in a more moderate package. The texture is soft and chewy, contrasting with the delicate sugar crust. These cookies hold up well in tin boxes and are a crowd-pleaser for chocolate lovers looking for something slightly less heavy than traditional versions.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, melted and cooled unsweetened baking chocolate, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
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Gradually stir in the fat-free egg product, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure it is fully incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to keep the cookies tender.
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Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 3 hours, or until firm enough to roll.
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Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
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Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, drop portions of the chilled dough into the powdered sugar. Roll each portion gently to coat completely.
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Shape the coated dough into balls, ensuring they are uniform in size.
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Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies appear set but still slightly soft in the center. They should crackle on top as they bake.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1681.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 37.9g59%
- Saturated Fat 20.2g101%
- Cholesterol 223.8mg75%
- Sodium 2890.3mg121%
- Total Carbohydrate 307.3g103%
- Dietary Fiber 15.8g64%
- Sugars 200.3g
- Protein 25.2g51%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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