3-Ingredient Sugar-Free Diabetic Cookies

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3-Ingredient Sugar-Free Diabetic Cookies

Low-Carb • No Added Sugar • Very Low Calorie • Beginner-Friendly

Description

These soft, lightly golden cookies are a perfect guilt-free dessert for diabetics or anyone cutting sugar and calories. Made with just 3 simple ingredients, they’re naturally sweetened, flourless, and incredibly easy to prepare. Ideal for a quick snack, dessert, or late-night craving — without blood sugar spikes.

Ingredients (3)

  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • ½ tsp baking powder

(Optional add-ins: cinnamon, vanilla extract, or sugar-free chocolate chips — optional and not counted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  3. In a bowl, mix applesauce, almond flour, and baking powder until smooth.

  4. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the tray and gently flatten.

  5. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

  6. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips for Best Results

  • Use unsweetened applesauce only (no added sugar).

  • For firmer cookies, refrigerate dough for 10 minutes before baking.

  • Add cinnamon for a warm, classic cookie flavor.

  • Let cookies cool fully — they firm up as they set.

Servings

  • Makes 10–12 cookies

Nutritional Info (Per Cookie – Approximate)

  • Calories: ~25–30

  • Sugar: 0g added sugar

  • Carbs: Very low net carbs

  • Fat: Healthy fats from almonds

  • Protein: 1–2g

(Naturally occurring sugars from applesauce only)

Health Benefits

  • ✔ Diabetic-friendly

  • ✔ No refined sugar

  • ✔ Low glycemic impact

  • ✔ Gluten-free

  • ✔ Supports weight management

  • ✔ Heart-healthy fats

Q & A

Q: Is this recipe safe for diabetics?
Yes — it contains no added sugar and uses low-glycemic ingredients.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
It already is vegan 🌱

Q: Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes! Store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

Q: Can I make them sweeter?
Add a diabetic-safe sweetener like monk fruit or stevia if desired.

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