Savor the sweetness without the sugar! Try our delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies, perfect for those looking to cut down on sugar. Plus, we have a keto-friendly option!
This recipe is modeled after the classic chocolate chip cookie recipes but without the sugar. Choose your favorite sugar-free chocolate chips that are also suitable for baking. This ensures you get the best flavor and texture.
A common question is, what makes a cookie soft or crispy? Sometimes you crave a soft cookie, other times a crispy one. This recipe strikes the perfect balance, giving you a cookie that’s just right in the middle.
Be aware that omitting sugar can change the texture and taste of these sugar-free cookies. Sugar helps cookies retain moisture, but sugar alternatives lack this property. Therefore, adjustments are necessary when baking sugar-free cookies.
Here’s how to bake the best chocolate chip cookies
While sugar and its alternatives might taste similar, their chemical compositions are quite different. This means you may need to tweak your recipe based on the ingredients you use.
Some tips to help you out:
- This recipe uses sugar substitutes. Ensure the substitutes you pick are suitable for baking and measure 1:1 with regular sugar.
- To make gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour. Check the packaging to confirm it measures 1:1 with all-purpose flour and determine if a binder is required.
- For a low-carb version, use Carbalose flour (not the baking mix!). To make it keto-friendly, choose a keto-friendly flour. Always read the labels to ensure your chosen flour measures 1:1 with all-purpose flour and see if a binder is needed.
Are sugar-free chocolate chip cookies keto-friendly?
Yes, you can bake keto-friendly treats! Just use keto chocolate chips, sugar substitutes, and keto flour.
The Ultimate Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
To ensure your cookies turn out perfectly, make sure the sugar you choose measure 1:1 with regular sugar. Check the labels to confirm they are suitable for baking.
This recipe can be easily adapted for keto, low-carb, or gluten-free diets:
For a low-carb option, use a flour alternative like Carbalose flour (not the baking mix).To make it keto-friendly, choose a keto-approved flour. Always check that it measures 1:1 with all-purpose flour and determine if a binder is needed.
Ingredients for Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Flour – 2 ¼ cups. For a low-carb option, try Carbalose flour (not the baking mix!). If you’re going for a keto-friendly version, use a keto-friendly flour. Make sure the flour you choose can be used in a 1:1 ratio with all-purpose flour and check if a binder is needed.
- Baking Soda – 1 teaspoon.
- Butter – 1 cup + 1 tablespoon (17 tablespoons or two sticks plus one tablespoon). Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- 1 cup Allulose.
- Granular White Sugar Alternative – 1 cup. Use a sugar alternative that measures 1:1 with regular sugar for best results.
- Eggs – 2.
- Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon.
- Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips – 1 cup.
- Optional – Chopped nuts, as desired.
How to Make The Perfect Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Preheat and Prep: Heat your oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar alternatives using a paddle attachment, scraping the sides as needed.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture—first half, then mix gently, then the rest. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until just blended. Avoid overmixing!
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Scoop the dough onto the cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until they start to brown. Adjust baking time for larger or smaller cookies based on your preference.
The Best Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Card
- Prep Time: 20 minutes;
- Cook Time: 12 minutes;
- Total Time: 32 minutes;
- Course: Cookies, Dessert;
- Cuisine: American;
- Servings: 36 cookies.
Equipment
- Mixer
- Paddle Attachment
Recipe Notes
For best results, use a granular sugar alternative that measures 1:1 with regular sugar to keep ingredient volumes consistent.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 68 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
- Sodium: 71 mg
- Potassium: 9 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Vitamin A: 144 IU
- Calcium: 2 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy baking, savoring every bite, and living life to the fullest!