Indulge Guilt-Free: Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie Skillets with Salted Maple Ice Cream.

Hey there, fellow foodies! I’ve got a game-changing dessert to complete your Thanksgiving celebration. Imagine this: warm, gooey, sugar-free cookie skillets paired with a scoop of velvety salted maple ice cream (store-bought, if unavailable, serve with your favorite ice cream). Is your mouth watering yet? Mine sure is! 

Let’s get the scoop on why this guilt-free dessert is a must-try this holiday season.

1. Flavor Explosion: You might be thinking, “Sugar-free? Is it going to be bland?” Nope! These cookies have so much flavor you won’t miss the sugar. The decadent dark chocolate chips and the crunch of toasted walnuts take your taste buds on a thrilling joyride. They’re like a party in your mouth!

2. Healthy Indulgence: The holiday season is notorious for its sugar-loaded treats that can leave you feeling sluggish and guilty. Opting for sugar-free goodies means you can indulge without the post-dessert crash. The guilt-free pleasure of enjoying this dessert will keep you feeling light on your feet while still satisfying your sweet tooth.

3. Balancing Act: Holiday feasts are often laden with sugary options, which can throw your whole day off balance. A sugar-free treat like this chocolate chip cookie skillet with salted maple ice cream is the perfect way to add equilibrium to your holiday menu. You can still have your sweets and enjoy them without overloading with sugar.

Now, let’s talk about the star of the show – these sugar-free cookie skillets and the dreamy salted maple ice cream.

So, let’s dive into the heart of the matter.

Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie Skillets:

These cookie skillets are like little circles of happiness. They’re ooey-gooey, perfectly chewy, and just the right amount of crispy around the edges. You’ll be amazed at how they maintain their deliciousness while keeping sugar at bay.

And now, let’s introduce their partner in crime, the salted maple ice cream. 

Salted Maple Ice Cream (Trader Joe’s):

Creamy, luscious, and kissed with a hint of saltiness, this ice cream is the perfect companion for my sugar-free cookies. The subtle notes of maple syrup add a delightful twist to make you do the happy dance. It’s a match made in dessert heaven!

To serve, plop a generous scoop of salted maple ice cream on your freshly baked cookie skillet. The warm cookie and the cold, creamy ice cream create a fantastic contrast that’s just heavenly. Drizzle extra salted maple syrup on top for that ultimate indulgence (optional but highly recommended).

Ingredients:

For the Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie Skillets:

• 1 box sugar-free chocolate chip cookie mix (Duncan Hines Brand)
• 6 tablespoons softened butter
• 2 tbsp almond milk or water
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup extra sugar-free chocolate chips
• A pinch of salt

For Serving with Store-Bought Salted Maple Ice Cream:

• 1 pint of salted maple ice cream or any of your favorite ice cream (sugar-free or regular).

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease nine oven-safe mini skillets or one medium-sized cast iron.

FYI: this mixture can make nine mini cookie skillets or one giant cookie.

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine cookie mix, softened butter, almond milk (add 1 tbsp at a time), and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

3. Cookie Dough: Mix until a cookie dough forms.

4. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Walnuts: Gently fold in the sugar-free dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts into the cookie dough until they are evenly distributed.

5. Divide Dough: Divide the cookie dough into nine equal portions (for mini skillets) and press each portion into the prepared skillets or one medium-sized cast iron.

6. Bake: Place the skillets in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.

7. Serve with Store-Bought Ice Cream: Allow the cookie skillets to cool for a few minutes. Then, scoop a generous serving of your favorite store-bought salted maple ice cream on top of each cookie skillet.

8. Enjoy: Savor the delightful contrast of warm, sugar-free chocolate chip walnut cookies with the cold, creamy store-bought salted maple ice cream. It’s a quick and convenient way to enjoy this tasty dessert during the holiday season.

9. Share: Remember to share your creation with friends and family, spreading the joy of this sugar-free dessert that’s big on flavor with a store-bought twist!

Now, you’re all set to enjoy this delicious dessert with the added convenience of store-bought sugar-free cookie mix and salted maple ice cream. Happy baking and indulging!

In conclusion, who said sugar-free desserts can’t be as delicious as their sugary counterparts? My sugar-free chocolate chip walnut cookie skillets with salted maple ice cream prove that you can have your cake, or in this case, your cookies and ice cream, and eat it, too. So, this holiday season, embrace the guilt-free goodness and savor the flavors without compromise.

Ready to give this heavenly dessert a try? Your whole family will thank you, and you’ll have one more reason to celebrate the holidays with a sweet smile. 

Indulge, share, and enjoy the delicious journey of guilt-free sweetness. Here’s to a delightful holiday season filled with delectable surprises!

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