🍪 0-Point Almond Joy Cookies
A beginner-friendly, quick, and wholesome snack that mimics the flavor of the classic Almond Joy candy — without the sugar crash or points! These cookies are chewy, coconutty, chocolatey, and naturally sweet.
📝 Ingredients (Makes ~12 cookies)
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for authentic Almond Joy flavor)
- 12 whole almonds (1 for each cookie)
- Optional: Pinch of salt or stevia/monk fruit for added sweetness
All ingredients are 0 points on most WW plans — always double-check your personal plan and branded products.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine coconut, applesauce, cocoa powder, vanilla, and almond extract. Stir until fully combined and sticky. - Form cookies:
Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and shape into small mounds (about 1 tablespoon each). Place them on the baking sheet.
Press 1 almond gently into the top of each cookie. - Bake:
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until edges are slightly crisp and cookies are set. - Cool:
Let them cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling. They firm up more as they cool.
🍽 Servings
- Makes: 12 cookies
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- WW Points: 0 per cookie (based on ingredients that are typically 0-point on the WW Blue, Purple, or PersonalPoints plans)
🔥 Nutritional Info (Per Cookie – Approximate)
- Calories: 30
- Protein: 0.5g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1.5g (naturally from applesauce & coconut)
💡 Notes & Tips
- Use a cookie scoop to keep portion sizes even and neat.
- Want more chocolate flavor? Sprinkle with a few sugar-free chocolate chips (may add points).
- Don’t overbake! They’ll seem soft but firm up as they cool.
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it’s too wet to handle.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
🌿 Benefits
- Weight Watchers-Friendly: 0 points = no tracking stress.
- Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free: Great for those with sensitivities.
- Quick to Make: Done in under 30 minutes.
- Naturally Sweetened: No added refined sugar.
- Satisfying: Coconut + almond = healthy fats and fiber for satiety.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use sweetened coconut?
A: It’s not recommended if you want to keep it 0 points — sweetened coconut adds sugar and points.
Q: What kind of applesauce works best?
A: Unsweetened and smooth — avoid chunky or flavored types.
Q: Are these freezer-friendly?
A: Yes! Freeze them in a sealed bag for up to 2 months. Let thaw at room temp or microwave for 10 seconds.
Q: Can I skip the almonds on top?
A: Sure! They’re optional and mostly for texture/appearance.
Q: Can I make it in the air fryer?
A: Yes, cook at 330°F for about 8–10 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.