Healthy Christmas Cookie Recipes

The holidays are synonymous with joy, family, and, of course, feasting. However, for those of us trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the endless array of sugary treats and heavy dishes can turn the season into a nutritional nightmare. But fear not! This article guides you to a Christmas celebration that marries the festive spirit with health-conscious choices. Discover the 10 best healthy Christmas foods and Christmas cookie recipes that ensure you can revel in the holiday cheer without sacrificing your well-being. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just aiming to make mindful choices this season, this article is your go-to source for a Christmas feast that's both delicious and nutritious.

Ginger & Spice Crackles

DIABETES-APPROPRIATE / LOW-CARB / LOW-FAT / LOW-SODIUM

🍳Servings: 36

🕑 Cooks in 2 Hours

NUTRITION PER SERVING

Serving Size 1 cookie

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour

½ cup white whole-wheat flour

2 teaspoons ground ginger

1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon ground cloves

¼ teaspoon salt

1 cup packed dark brown sugar

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1 large egg

2 tablespoons molasses

⅓ cup confectioners' sugar

Method:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves, and salt. Set this flavorful mix aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whip up a winning combo of brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer until it's a perfect blend. Then, introduce the egg and molasses to the mix. With the mixer on a low-speed dance, gradually add the flour concoction until they're a match made in baking heaven. Shape the dough into a 2.5 cm/1-inch thick disk, wrap it up in plastic, and let it chill in the fridge for about an hour.

3. Now, fire up the oven to a toasty 180ºC/350°F. Grease up two baking sheets, ensuring a smooth landing for your cookie creations.

4. Take a shallow dive into confectioners' sugar. Roll the dough into generous 2.5 cm/1-inch balls, then give them a liberating sugar coat. Spread your sweet creations about 5 cm/2 inches apart on the baking sheets. Into the oven they go, one sheet at a time, emerging as delightful crackle-topped cookies in a mere 10 to 12 minutes. Once they've dazzled your senses, let them cool on a wire rack.

*A recipe by Hilary Meyer.

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