Light Sugar Cookies
Tender, buttery sugar cookies with a fraction of the sugar and fat. 70 calories each - perfect for Christmas cookie platters.
Light Sugar Cookies has 70 calories per serving, with 1g protein, 11g carbs, 2g fat, and 0g fiber. Prep 15 min, cook 10 min.
Nutrition per serving
24 serving(s)
70
Calories
1g
Protein
2% DV
11g
Carbs
4% DV
2g
Fat
3% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 70 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
24
Est. Cost
$5.00
Light Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies are a Christmas cookie platter staple, but a single frosted one can hit 150+ calories. These lighter cut-outs use half the butter, supplemented with unsweetened applesauce for moisture, and a measured amount of sugar - each cookie is just 70 calories. They bake up soft, vanilla-scented, and hold their shape for holiday cutters.
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl with a mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Beat in the applesauce, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until a soft dough forms; divide in half and flatten into disks.
- Wrap and chill at least 1 hour until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
- Roll the dough to 1/4-inch thick, cut into shapes, and transfer to the sheets.
- Bake 8-10 minutes until edges are just barely golden. Cool on the sheets 3 minutes, then on a rack.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 1g |
| Carbs | 11g |
| Fat | 2g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Tips
- The chilled dough keeps 2 days in the fridge or 2 months frozen - bake fresh on demand.
- Swap heavy icing for a light glaze of powdered sugar and milk, or a dusting of colored sanding sugar.
- Serve alongside gingerbread cookies and a cup of light eggnog for a festive cookie tray.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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