If you’re looking for a sweet treat that respects your diet or simply want to enjoy delicious sugar-free cookies, this recipe is for you!
Sugar-free cookies, sweetened with erythritol, are perfect for those who wish to reduce sugar intake without sacrificing the pleasure of a tasty snack. Erythritol, a low-calorie natural sweetener, allows you to make sweet and tasty cookies that are light and suitable even for low-glycemic diets.
In this recipe, I will guide you step by step in preparing crunchy and tasty cookies, ideal for dunking in milk or decorating to your liking. They are simple to make and perfect for the whole family, even for those who need to limit sugars. Ready to discover how to make sugar-free cookies without giving up on flavor? Get your hands in the dough and have fun!
Here’s the recipe for other healthy cookies:
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven, Electric oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup erythritol
- 7 tbsps butter (or vegan butter or coconut oil)
- 1 egg (yolk only)
- to taste vanilla aroma
- Half baking powder
- 2 tbsps chocolate chips
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- 1 Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Steps
Prepare the ingredients:
Ensure the butter is cold and cut into cubes. If using coconut oil, make sure it is solid but soft.
Mix the dry ingredients:
In a bowl, combine the flour, powdered erythritol, salt, and, if desired, lemon or orange zest.
Incorporate the butter:
Add the cubes of cold butter and work with your fingers or a fork until you get a sandy mixture, similar to crumbs.
Add the egg and flavors:
Make a well in the center and pour in the egg and vanilla extract. Mix with a spatula or your hands until you get a homogeneous dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit of flour; if too crumbly, add a teaspoon of cold water.
Form a ball:
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and compact it with your hands to form a ball. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out and cut:
After resting, roll out the dough with a rolling pin to about 3/16 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut the desired shapes.
Bake:
Preheat the oven to 340°F. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool and enjoy:
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack. They are ready to be enjoyed!
You can decorate the cookies with melted dark chocolate, sugar-free sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered erythritol.
If you wish, I can also help you with variations or suggestions! Happy cooking!
