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Healthy Christmas Cookies for Diabetics


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  • Author: ladidsaadia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Diabetic-Friendly

Description

Delightful cookies that embody the festive spirit of Christmas while being diabetic-friendly.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup erythritol or preferred sugar substitute
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (unsweetened cranberries or raisins)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together erythritol, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
  5. Fold in chopped nuts and dried fruit.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls, placing them on a lined baking sheet with space in between.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with your palm.
  8. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges turn golden brown.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For added sweetness, sprinkle powdered erythritol on top before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg