Best 6 Lighter Low Calorie Snickerdoodles Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of lighter, low-calorie versions of the classic Snickerdoodle cookies. These delectable treats offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, with a satisfyingly chewy texture that will tantalize your taste buds. Featuring wholesome ingredients and innovative techniques, our recipes cater to those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional Snickerdoodles without sacrificing any of the irresistible flavors. From gluten-free and vegan options to reduced-sugar variations, our recipes cater to diverse dietary preferences and restrictions. Embrace the joy of baking and savor the guilt-free pleasure of these lighter Snickerdoodles, perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SNICKERDOODLES (LIGHTER RECIPE)



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Make a lighter snickerdoodle so you can enjoy more of the rich cinnamon-sugar taste you love.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup margarine, softened
1/2 package (8-ounce size) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel) , softened
1 egg
2 egg whites
2 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose or unbleached flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Mix 1 1/2 cups sugar, the margarine, cream cheese and eggs in large bowl. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Cover and refrigerate dough 1 hour.
  • Shape dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. Mix 1/4 cup sugar and the cinnamon. Roll balls in cinnamon-sugar mixture. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten each ball with bottom of drinking glass.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 75 mg

SNICKERDOODLES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 20 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line several baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and 1 1/2 cups of the sugar together until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Then beat in the eggs and scrape the bowl. Turn the mixer to low and slowly add the flour mixture until well combined.
  • Mix the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Use a 1 1/2-tablespoon cookie scoop to measure out the dough balls. Roll each ball in your hands to even out, then roll in the cinnamon sugar to thoroughly coat.
  • Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, 2 1/2 inches apart. Bake until just golden around the edges, 8 to 9 minutes. Cool for several minutes on the baking sheets before moving.

LIGHTER LOW CALORIE SNICKERDOODLES



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Make and share this Lighter Low Calorie Snickerdoodles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hellokitty

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 48 cookies, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup margarine, softened
4 ounces fat free cream cheese, softened
1 egg
2 egg whites
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Mix 11/2 cups sugar, margarine, cream cheese and eggs in a bowl. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.
  • Cover and refrigerate dough for one hour.
  • Shape dough into 11/4 inch balls. Mix 1/4 cup sugar and the cinnamon. Roll the balls in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Flatten each ball with the bottom of a drinking glass.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool.

SNICKERDOODLES



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The history of this whimsically named treat is widely disputed, but the popularity of this classic cinnamon-sugar-coated cookie is undeniable! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture., In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and remaining sugar. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; roll in cinnamon sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., Bake until light brown, 10-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LOW-FAT SNICKERDOODLES



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Make and share this Low-Fat Snickerdoodles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Dessert

Time 23m

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 egg whites
2 3/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Mix together the butter and sugar, add the egg whites and beat well.
  • In another bowl, combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.
  • Add the buttermilk and the dry mixture to the butter mixture, and stir to combine.
  • Combine the cinnamon with the 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  • Taking a teaspoonful of dough at a time, roll the dough into a ball in your hands, then roll it in the cinnamon-and-sugar mixture.
  • Place on the prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart and bake in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, or until lightly browned.

SKINNY HOMEMADE SNICKERDOODLES



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50% less sat fat • 58% less sodium than the original recipe. Here's proof beloved Snickerdoodles have room for improvement. Cut half the fat by using fat-free sour cream in place of part of the butter and substituting egg product for the eggs.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add the 1 cup sugar, the baking powder, nutmeg, and baking soda; beat until combined. Beat in sour cream, egg product, and vanilla until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Using a wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour. Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons sugar and, if desired, the cocoa powder. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in the sugar or sugar-cocoa mixture to coat. Place balls 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 11 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 cookie, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • To make the cookies even lighter, use Greek yogurt instead of butter.
  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have cream of tartar, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  • Be sure to roll the cookies in cinnamon sugar before baking. This will give them their signature flavor.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

These lighter, low-calorie snickerdoodles are a delicious and satisfying treat that you can feel good about eating. They're perfect for a snack, dessert, or even breakfast. So next time you're craving a sweet treat, reach for these snickerdoodles instead of a traditional cookie. You won't be disappointed!

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