Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1 package (about 12 oz) chocolate chips or chunks
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or mixer, cream together butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Stir in the applesauce until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per cookie, based on recipe making about 24 cookies)
Calories: Approx. 250 calories per cookie
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 3g
(Nutritional values may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of applesauce and chocolate chips creates a unique and delicious flavor combination.
- The cookies are soft, yet have a slight crispiness around the edges.
- The use of applesauce also makes these cookies moist and rich in flavor.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are fantastic! The combination of applesauce and chocolate is so unexpected, yet so delicious." - John Doe, New York
- "These cookies are perfect for a fall dessert or anytime! The texture is just right, and the flavor is amazing." - Jane Smith, California
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and the cookies always come out perfect!" - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter for best results. Do not use melted butter as it may alter the texture of the cookies.
- If desired, add additional flavors like cinnamon or nutmeg for a more autumn-like flavor profile.
