Imagine transforming your kitchen into a playful bakery where healthy meets fun! These adorable no-sugar animal cookies are about to become your family's new favorite treat. Perfect for little hands and health-conscious parents, these cookies prove that nutritious snacks can be both delicious and exciting. With whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, and cute animal shapes, you'll create memories and smiles in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Animal-shaped cookie cutters
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, mix melted coconut oil, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and honey (if using) until well combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms.
- Lightly dust a clean work surface with whole wheat flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll out the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin, ensuring an even surface.
- Use animal-shaped cookie cutters to cut out fun shapes from the dough, pressing firmly and carefully removing excess dough.
- Gently transfer the animal-shaped cookies to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your coconut oil is fully melted but not hot when mixing with other wet ingredients.
- For extra even rolling, use guide sticks or rubber bands on your rolling pin to maintain consistent 1/4 inch thickness.
- If the dough feels too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before rolling.
- Get kids involved in cutting out animal shapes to make cooking a fun family activity.
- For crispier cookies, roll the dough slightly thinner and watch carefully during baking.
- Experiment with different natural sweeteners like maple syrup or a touch of honey for varied flavors.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to maintain their crisp texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 40kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
