Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth without all the guilt? This delicious recipe for a cookie sweetened with stevia is the perfect treat for those looking to cut back on sugar while still enjoying a tasty snack. Stevia, a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the stevia plant, provides a wonderful alternative to traditional sugar and adds a subtle sweetness to these cookies. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with friends and family, these cookies are sure to be a hit!
Recipe: Cookie Sweetened With Stevia
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup stevia sweetener
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and stevia sweetener until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
8. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers, as these cookies will not spread much during baking.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delicious cookies sweetened with stevia as a guilt-free indulgence for any time of day. Perfect for a cozy afternoon snack or a sweet treat to share with loved ones, these cookies are a delightful addition to your baking repertoire. Experiment with different mix-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit to make these cookies your own. With the natural sweetness of stevia and the rich flavor of dark chocolate, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household. Give them a try and savor every delicious bite!
