As the festive season approaches and Christmas draws near, why not bake a batch of deliciously healthy gingerbread cookies? With the addition of our Complete Prebiotic powder, these treats aren’t just tasty – they’re a gift for your gut bacteria, too!
Ingredients:
- 190 g whole wheat flour
- 50 g almond flour
- 1 TBSP (10 g) Complete Prebiotic powder (optional)
- 1/2 TSP (2 g) baking soda
- 2 TSP (4 g) ground ginger
- 1 TSP (2 g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 TSP (0.5 g) ground cloves
- 1/4 TSP (0.5 g) ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 60 ml melted coconut oil
- 1 medium egg
- 1 TSP (5 ml) vanilla extract
- Melted dark chocolate
- 1/2 TSP powdered stevia (adjust to taste, as stevia can vary in sweetness)*
- 2-3 TBSP water or milk of choice*
* Alternative: If you prefer 60ml of honey or maple syrup instead of stevia, omit the water or milk.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, almond flour, Complete Prebiotic powder, baking soda, spices, salt and powdered stevia.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, egg and vanilla extract. If using stevia, add 2-3 tablespoons of water or milk at this step. If using honey or maple syrup, incorporate it here instead of the stevia and skip the water or milk.
- Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add another tablespoon of water/milk until it holds together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 6 mm thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are just starting to brown.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Why stevia?
We recommend using stevia as a sweetener because it’s a natural, calorie-free alternative to honey or maple syrup. While honey and maple syrup are delicious and offer some nutritional benefits, such as antioxidants and trace minerals, they also contain sugars that can increase your blood sugar levels. Stevia, on the other hand, is derived from a plant and has a zero glycaemic index, making it a better option for those looking to manage their sugar intake or maintain stable energy levels during the festive season. Plus, it still provides the sweetness you love without adding extra calories! To read more about the benefits of stevia, click here.
Enjoy these guilt-free gingerbread cookies with your loved ones this holiday season! For more recipes using our Complete Prebiotic powder, click here. For more festive Christmas articles, click here.
Any questions? Contact one of our Nutritional Therapists via live chat, weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm.
