Who said gingerbread cookies can’t be healthy? Indulge in the holiday spirit with these delicious and healthy gingerbread cookies. Enjoy the combination of spicy kick and holiday warmth with soft and tasty treats. Keep reading for the ultimate gingerbread cookies, and thank us later!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- A dash of salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- ¾ cup molasses
- 2 heaping tablespoons of maple syrup
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons water or non-dairy milk
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, molasses, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon,
nutmeg, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. - Gradually add the wet mixture to the flour, and stir until a dough is formed.
- Optional: let the dough chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or more.
- Roll the dough and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
- Place the cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Icing
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar with water or non-dairy milk until smooth.
- Decorate cooled cookies with the icing (piping bag recommended).
