Chocolate Chip Yogurt Cookies

Did you know you can substitute ½ cup of yogurt for ½ cup of butter for healthier treats? Hence the name Chocolate Chip YOGURT Cookies. Let us know how you like them!

​Makes: 36 servings

Ingredients
½ cup sugar
½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
½ cup butter
½ cup yogurt, non-fat, plain
1 ½ tsp vanilla
¾ cups flour, all-purpose
1 cup flour, whole wheat
½ tsp baking soda
½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions
  1. Heat oven to 375º F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, and butter. Beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add yogurt and vanilla; blend well. Stir in flour and baking soda; mix well. Stir in chocolate chips.
  4. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto a cookie sheet. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until light and golden brown.
  5. Cool 1 minute and remove from cookie sheet.

Source:  Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Eat Smart New York
Photo Source: Brian Ochalla via Wikimedia Creative Commons
​​​Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 cookie

Calories: 80
Total Fat: 3.5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 25mg
Carbohydrates: 12g
Added Sugar: 7g
Fiber: 1g