In the world of sweet treats, few are as classic and comforting as snickerdoodles. These soft and chewy cookies, coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, have been enjoyed for generations. If you're looking for a lighter version of this timeless cookie, look no further than skinny cocoa nutmeg snickerdoodles. With their rich chocolate flavor, warm nutmeg spice, and reduced sugar and fat content, these cookies are a delicious and guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake a batch of skinny cocoa nutmeg snickerdoodles that will satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking the calorie bank.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SKINNY HOMEMADE SNICKERDOODLES
50% less sat fat • 58% less sodium than the original recipe. Here's proof beloved Snickerdoodles have room for improvement. Cut half the fat by using fat-free sour cream in place of part of the butter and substituting egg product for the eggs.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add the 1 cup sugar, the baking powder, nutmeg, and baking soda; beat until combined. Beat in sour cream, egg product, and vanilla until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Using a wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour. Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons sugar and, if desired, the cocoa powder. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in the sugar or sugar-cocoa mixture to coat. Place balls 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 11 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 cookie, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
SKINNY COCOA NUTMEG SNICKERDOODLES
80% less cholesterol • 57% less sat fat than the original recipe. Spice up the traditional snickerdoodle dough with a pinch of ground nutmeg, then in a cocoa-sugar mix before baking for an added layer of flavor.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 8h40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Lightly spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray; set aside.
- Beat the 1 cup sugar and butter or margarine in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add yogurt, egg product, and vanilla. Beat till just combined. Combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Gradually add flour mixture to yogurt mixture, beating till just combined. Cover and chill for 8 to 24 hours or until easy to handle.
- With wet hands shape dough into 1-inch balls. Dough will be soft; keep remaining dough in the refrigerator while working. Combine the 2 tablespoons sugar and cocoa powder. Roll balls in sugar-cocoa mixture. Place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheet. Bake in a 375°F oven for 10 to 11 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool cookies on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 2 cookies, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
SNICKERDOODLE COOKIE THINS
These thinned versions of the original (and larger) cookie have all the right sugar and cinnamon notes and are just as satisfying. Two are less than 100 calories. They are best eaten within a day or two--although they won't last that long!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 35m
Yield About 30 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F; line three baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray. Combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon, the baking soda, salt and nutmeg in a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine the brown sugar, oil, milk and egg white in a medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the flour mixture and beat on low speed until incorporated.
- Mix together the granulated sugar and remaining 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon. Drop teaspoonfuls of batter about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 7 minutes, and then remove from the oven. Press the cookies down with a wooden spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup, and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar. Bake until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes more. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, and then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calorie, Fat 5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 70 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 8 grams
COCOA SNICKERDOODLES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h
Yield about 18 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Beat the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes. Increase the speed to medium high and beat until fluffy, about 2 more minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla; reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Combine the sanding sugar and cinnamon in a small shallow bowl. Form heaping tablespoonfuls of dough into balls with damp hands; toss in the cinnamon sugar to coat. Arrange about 3 inches apart on 2 baking sheets.
- Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until the cookies are set around the edge, 9 to 11 minutes. Let cool 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
THE BEST SOFT AND CHEWY SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground cinnamon, butter, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, sugar, cinnamon
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the ingredients for the cinnamon sugar mix until evenly incorporated. Set aside.
- Now make the cookie dough, in a large mixing bowl, whip the butter with vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Add the sugar and brown sugar and mix until well incorporated.
- Add the eggs and stir until thoroughly incorporated.
- Using a sift add the flour, cream of tartar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt and sift into the dough. Combine until evenly mixed.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill.
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
- Using your hands roll dough into ping pong sized balls.
- Dip the dough into cinnamon sugar mixture and roll around covering the dough ball completely.
- Place cookie dough on parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 9 grams
CHOCOLATE SNICKERDOODLES
This chocolate snickerdoodle recipe is similar to a basic snickerdoodle recipe but some of the flour is replaced with cocoa powder.
Provided by rhancox
Categories Desserts Cookies Snickerdoodle Recipes
Time 26m
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Mix together 1 1/2 cups white sugar, shortening, and eggs with an electric mixer in a bowl until creamy.
- Sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa power, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold this mixture into the egg mixture until well blended.
- Mix together 1/4 cup white sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl or on a plate.
- Roll cookie dough into 1-inch balls; cover each in sugar and cinnamon mixture. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until soft and golden on top, 6 to 8 minutes, making sure they do not burn. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack. The tops will crack as they cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 51.4 mg, Sugar 7 g
Tips:
- Use a combination of all-purpose flour and oat flour to give the snickerdoodles a slightly chewy texture.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape.
- Roll the dough balls in a mixture of cocoa powder, sugar, and nutmeg before baking to give them a delicious coating.
- Bake the cookies at a high temperature for a short amount of time to ensure that they are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before enjoying them to allow the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
These skinny cocoa nutmeg snickerdoodles are a delicious and healthy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a snack, dessert, or even a breakfast on the go. With their combination of chocolate, nutmeg, and cinnamon, these cookies are sure to please everyone.
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