Grain-Free, Sugar-Free Gingersnaps Cookie Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Are ginger snaps healthy cookies? ›

Gingersnaps are a healthier alternative to other cookies, being that they are generally low in calories and have many benefits. The ginger that is in these cookies has anti-inflammatory properties, is known to help treat nausea and fight heart disease and other illnesses.

Ginger Snaps are simply a variation of the traditional Gingerbread cookie. They're known for their crisper quality; their “snap” if you will. Introduced in colonial times, the main differences between Gingerbread and Ginger Snaps are a longer bake time for an extra crisp and the use of molasses versus sugar.

*If you don't have gingersnaps, you can use graham crackers, but add in a 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon, 3/4 tsp ground ginger and a pinch of black pepper to give them some spice!

When you do have dessert, an ounce of ginger snaps will set you back 5.65 grams of sugar, which is equal to just less than 1 1/2 teaspoons. For comparison, an ounce of chocolate chip or sugar cookies contains about 10.5 grams of sugar, which is about 2 1/2 teaspoons.

Ginger biscuits or cookies are a type of cookie that is made from ground ginger, which is often used as a spice. These cookies have been shown to be beneficial for those who suffer from joint pain or inflammation because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

Keep in mind that the longer the cookies bake, the harder and crunchier they'll be. For soft gingerbread cookies, follow my suggested bake times. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet.

Speculoos (or sometimes spelled speculaas) is a Belgian cookie. Imagine a gingersnap on steroids. Bolder and much more aggressive than typical gingersnaps, Speculoos cookies are brimming with dark brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, white pepper, ginger, and cardamom.

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A heavy amount of baking soda interacts with the molasses in this recipe to encourage spread. This allows cracks in the dough to develop where moisture escapes, creating that beautiful crackled appearance and crunchy texture. Ensure your baking soda is fresh and active – learn more about that here.

The oven isn't hot enough. (it needs to set the top before the middle's fully risen) Not enough leavening (it needs to be strong enough to crack the top once it's set) Using a single-acting baking powder (double acting gives extra rise when it gets heated)

Can you substitute butter for shortening in ginger snaps? ›

The molasses and ground ginger are what give these cookies their distinct flavor. And what make them taste Christmas-y! If you can't find shortening or live somewhere where it isn't sold, you can us all butter instead. It will alter the consistency a bit, but it will work!

Generally, ginger is safe for consumption by individuals with diabetes. It may also offer several health benefits that can support diabetes management. Evidence notes that ginger can be beneficial for digestive health and reducing nausea and vomiting.

Ginger has been shown to modulate insulin release. Ginger promotes glucose clearances in insulin responsive peripheral tissues, which is crucial in maintaining blood glucose homeostasis (29). As well as, it is reported that 6-gingerol increases the glucose uptake at insulin responsive adipocytes (31).

Ginger has antidiabetic properties and studies have shown ginger to control hyperinsulinemia in patients with T2DM. Ginger also has potential effects in preventing or reducing diabetic complications such as micro-vascular retinopathy.

Research has also shown that it may improve dental hygiene, reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Similarly, nutmeg – another common ingredient in gingerbread – is associated with reduced inflammation and may benefit heart health.

EWG calculates that this product is 36% sugar b...

Gingerbread cookies, homemade (2 each - approx 2 1/2" diameter) contains 20.7g total carbs, 20.3g net carbs, 4.9g fat, 1.7g protein, and 133 calories.