Decadent Sugar-Free Sugar Cookies
Indulge in these delightful Decadent Sugar-Free Sugar Cookies that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without the added sugar. Made with low-fat cream cheese, almond flour, and a hint of lemon, these cookies offer a soft and chewy texture while being light on calories. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these cookies are a fantastic guilt-free dessert option. Enjoy them as is or customize with your favorite sugar-free toppings!
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Servings
16
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Low-fat cream cheese
4 ounces (softened)
Butter
2 tablespoons
Eggs
2 (separated)
Splenda granular sugar substitute
1/2 cup
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
Lemon peel
2 teaspoons
All-purpose flour
1/4 cup
Wheat gluten flour
1/4 cup
Baking powder
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Almond flour
1 1/2 cups
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened low-fat cream cheese and butter until the mixture is thick, smooth, and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes of mixing.
3
Add in the egg yolks and continue to beat the mixture until thoroughly incorporated.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture until blended.
5
Slowly incorporate the remaining ingredients—Splenda, vanilla extract, lemon peel, flour, wheat gluten flour, baking powder, salt, and almond flour—mixing at low speed or by hand until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes, or until it can be handled without sticking.
7
Once chilled, scoop out portions of dough the size of small grapes and place them onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving space between each for expansion.
8
Gently flatten each cookie using your fingertips or the underside of a floured mug to achieve your desired thickness.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft. Keep an eye on them as baking times may vary.
Nutrition Information
0.9g
Fat
0.4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Sugar-Free Sugar Cookies?
These are light, guilt-free desserts made with almond flour, cream cheese, and Splenda to provide a soft and chewy texture without added sugar.
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 16 calories.
What is the fat content of these sugar-free cookies?
Each cookie contains about 0.9g of fat.
How much protein is in each cookie?
There is approximately 0.4g of protein per cookie.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What type of cream cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of softened low-fat cream cheese.
Why do I need to separate the eggs?
The yolks are beaten into the cream cheese mixture, while the whites are whipped to stiff peaks and folded in to provide lift and texture.
How long should I mix the cream cheese and butter?
Mix them for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is thick, smooth, and creamy.
What sweetener is used in these cookies?
This recipe uses 1/2 cup of Splenda granular sugar substitute.
Do these cookies contain almond flour?
Yes, the recipe uses 1.5 cups of almond flour as a primary base.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
No, they contain all-purpose flour and wheat gluten flour.
What gives these cookies their lemon flavor?
The cookies are flavored with 2 teaspoons of lemon peel.
How long does the dough need to chill?
The dough should be refrigerated for at least 30 minutes until it is no longer sticky.
What size should the cookie dough portions be?
Scoop the dough into portions the size of small grapes.
How do I flatten the cookie dough?
Use your fingertips or the underside of a floured mug to gently flatten each portion.
How long do the cookies bake for?
Bake them for 8-12 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges should be lightly golden, but the centers should remain soft.
Can I use a baking sheet without parchment paper?
It is recommended to line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How much butter is required?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of butter.
What is the purpose of wheat gluten flour in this recipe?
Wheat gluten flour helps provide structure to the cookies, especially when used alongside almond flour.
Should I mix the dough at high speed?
No, incorporate the dry ingredients at low speed or by hand to avoid overmixing.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday treats?
Yes, they are tagged as holiday treats and are great for special occasions.
Can I add toppings to these cookies?
Yes, you can customize them with your favorite sugar-free toppings.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a soft and chewy texture.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, it includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Does this recipe use baking powder?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of baking powder is used as a leavening agent.
Can I substitute the Splenda with regular sugar?
While possible, doing so would change the nutritional profile and they would no longer be sugar-free.
Are these cookies considered low-calorie?
Yes, at 16 calories per cookie, they are a low-calorie dessert option.