Lighter Chocolate Chip Cookie for One
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This recipe is great for those times when you are craving a fresh from the oven chocolate chip cookie and nothing else will do - but making a whole batch would be a serious danger zone. I believe in moderation and am totally fine with splurges but was still surprised to discover the original treat was 500 calories. I set about making some adjustments so I could still enjoy my treat but bring down to a more manageable level in my daily calorie budget. Here is the result.
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1/2 Tbsp butter ( see substitution in directions )
1 tsp ground flax ( see directions )
3 tsp water
2 tsp white sugar
2 tsp firmly packed brown sguar
3 drops vanilla extract
small pinch salt
1 egg yolk ( see directions )
1/8 cup white whole wheat flour
1/8 cup oatmeal ( optional )
1 heaping Tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tsp ground flax ( see directions )
3 tsp water
2 tsp white sugar
2 tsp firmly packed brown sguar
3 drops vanilla extract
small pinch salt
1 egg yolk ( see directions )
1/8 cup white whole wheat flour
1/8 cup oatmeal ( optional )
1 heaping Tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips
1) For best results, mix ingredients in a bowl and then pour into greased mug or ramekin to microwave.
2) In a separate bowl, mix flax and 3 tsp water and allow to sit for 5 minutes or longer.
3) Melt...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
2520
Sodium
257mg
10% DV
Fat
35g
54% DV
Protein
14g
29% DV
Carbs
580g
197% DV
Fiber
11g
46% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat14g71%
Polysaturated Fat7g47%
Monosaturated Fat13g84%
Cholesterol325mg109%
Sodium257mg10%
Potassium226mg6%
Protein14g29%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber11g46%
Sugar331g662%
Vitamin A588IU11%
Vitamin B60.5mg25%
Vitamin C6mg10%
Calcium82mg8%
Iron5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.