A WW Cookie Dough (Weight Watchers-friendly cookie dough) is a fantastic option for those looking to indulge in a sweet treat while staying mindful of their points. This recipe is typically lower in calories, fat, and sugar compared to traditional cookie dough, and can be enjoyed as a fun, guilt-free snack. Whether you’re craving a spoonful of dough or you want to bake it into actual cookies, this WW-friendly cookie dough recipe gives you the best of both worlds.
The beauty of this WW Cookie Dough lies in its simplicity and healthier alternatives. Instead of using refined sugar and regular flour, this recipe swaps in ingredients that are lower in points but still deliver on flavor. For instance, you can use almond flour or oat flour as a base for a lower-carb, gluten-free option. Instead of traditional butter, you can use a lighter fat, like unsweetened applesauce or a lower-fat version of butter, to help reduce the calorie count while still maintaining that soft and chewy texture. Additionally, sugar substitutes like stevia or monk fruit can be used to sweeten the dough without adding unnecessary sugar.
This WW Cookie Dough recipe is incredibly easy to make and requires no baking! If you’re craving a sweet snack, simply mix the ingredients together, chill it in the fridge for a bit to firm up, and enjoy. If you’re looking to bake, simply scoop the dough into cookie-sized portions, and bake at a low temperature to ensure they stay soft and chewy, without losing that dough-like texture.
Since WW Cookie Dough is so versatile, you can customize it to your liking by adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts—all while keeping track of the points to stay within your daily budget. This recipe gives you the freedom to indulge without feeling guilty!
WW Cookie Dough Recipe (No Bake)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or a lower-fat butter alternative)
- 2 tablespoons monk fruit sweetener or stevia (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional, adjust based on WW points)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or any milk alternative, adjust as needed)
Instructions:
- Mix the dry ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. - Combine the wet ingredients:
In another bowl, mix the applesauce (or butter), sweetener, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth. - Form the dough:
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of almond milk to achieve a soft, doughy consistency. If you’re adding chocolate chips, fold them into the dough at this point. - Chill and enjoy:
Cover the dough and chill it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up. You can eat it straight from the bowl or roll it into small bites for a cookie dough snack. - Optional – Bake it:
If you’d prefer to bake the dough, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges but still soft in the middle.
Tips:
- Customizing flavors: You can add different flavorings like a pinch of cinnamon, or even swap the chocolate chips for other mix-ins like chopped dried fruit (raisins, cranberries) or nuts (walnuts, almonds).
- No-bake option: For a quick, no-bake snack, chill the dough in the fridge, then scoop out small portions and enjoy the dough raw. It’s a satisfying treat with minimal prep time.
- Point tracking: The beauty of WW recipes is that you can adjust ingredients based on your personal points budget. For example, if you want fewer points, reduce the amount of chocolate chips, or opt for a lighter sweetener like stevia, which can cut back on sugar and calories.
