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Christmas Cookies for Diabetics

Delicious Christmas Cookies for Diabetics You’ll Love

Enjoy these delicious Christmas cookies for diabetics that are perfect for holiday gatherings while managing sugar intake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup softened butter Ensure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Swerve Confectioner’s Sugar Acts as a sugar substitute for sweetness without the carbs.
  • 1 large egg Can be substituted with flaxseed or chia seed for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract Peppermint extract can be used for a stronger mint flavor.
  • 2 cups almond flour Ensure proper measurements if substituting with other gluten-free flours.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Use sea salt or kosher salt as preferred.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Contributes a deep chocolate flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Swerve Confectioner’s Sugar (additional) Used for rolling the cookies post-baking.

Equipment

  • KitchenAid Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a KitchenAid Mixer, add ½ cup of softened butter and beat on medium speed until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually incorporate 1 cup of Swerve Confectioner’s Sugar into the butter while mixing on low speed.
  3. Next, crack in one egg and pour in 1 teaspoon of mint extract into the mixer.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of almond flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ⅓ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in the mixer while on low speed.
  6. Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet.
  7. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) while you prepare the cookies.
  8. Once out of the oven, let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes and then roll in an additional ½ cup of Swerve Confectioner’s Sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for extended freshness.

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