Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies Recipe

Sneaky healthy ginger snaps the whole family will devour! Made with wholesome spelt flour and raw sugar, these cookies are surprisingly delicious – your kids will never guess they're good for them! Get ready for a burst of warm ginger flavor in every bite. Perfect for holiday baking or an afternoon treat!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 73.7 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies

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How to Make Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and raw sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the spelt flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, making a criss-cross pattern.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies?

Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies?

Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies has approximately 73.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies?

The key ingredients for Practically Healthy Gingersnap Cookies are Raw Sugar, Butter, Egg, Salt, Molasses, Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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