Heart Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Published 2/7/2022
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Diabetic | Vegetarian

If you are on the hunt for healthy chocolate chip cookies that taste great, you’re in luck! Our diabetic friendly chocolate chip cookies may be lower in fat and sugar, but are loaded with chocolatey, caramelized flavors that shine.

Total Time
60 minutes
Servings
35
Calories
78
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Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

These flavorful chocolate chip cookies are perfect when you want heart healthy cookies that don’t compromise on the taste and texture you crave. The soft gooey cookies are filled with chocolately taste and contain classic cookie flavors the whole family will love. They’re a great way to add a bit of sweetness when you’re following a healthy diet. They’re also easy to make and store well, although they may not last that long. Be sure to grab one of these chewy chocolate chip cookies before they disappear from the plate!

These cookies are made with less sugar and butter than most traditional chocolate cookie recipes. They also only contain a small amount of salt and baking soda, making them low sodium chocolate chip cookies that can be enjoyed in moderation if you’re following a heart healthy diet. Speaking of heart health, we’ve lowered the saturated fat in this cookie recipe by using less butter and replacing it with flaxseed meal, which is high in fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. We’ve also added walnuts, which are not only a crunchy addition, but are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.

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Storage: To store chocolate chip cookies, put them in an airtight container. This helps to retain freshness and they should last for about a week on the counter. You can also freeze cookies and thaw whenever you’re in the mood for a sweet treat. 

Substitutions: If you’re not a fan of walnuts, you can use almonds or pecans instead. Or leave out the nuts altogether for a nut-free chocolate chip cookie that still tastes heavenly. You can also substitute dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips for semi-sweet chips, depending on your preference.

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 35 servings

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How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°.

  2. Step 2

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Add water and vanilla. Stir in remaining ingredients with a spoon.

  3. Step 3

    Place bowl in freezer for about 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Lightly coat baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray. Drop cookie batter by rounded tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets.

  5. Step 5

    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven. Let stand for two minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 cookie

78
Calories
4
g
Fat
7
mg
Cholesterol
72
mg
Sodium
11
g
Carbs
2
g
Sat. Fat
0
g
Fiber
1
g
Protein
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More Recipes Like Chocolate Chip Cookies

When it comes to healthy cookie and dessert recipes, we have plenty to choose from whether you’re looking for everyday treats or holiday desserts. If you’re trying to omit gluten in your diet, check out our blog on gluten free desserts for ideas on how to end your meal on a sweet note with no gluten in sight.

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