Comparing Christmas Cookies from AROUND THE WORLD

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique flavor.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while sweetening.

Mix the flour, dark brown sugar, spices, and baking soda in a bowl using a fork.

Incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles fine meal.

Add the sugar beet syrup and milk gradually to form a dough ball.

Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for 20 minutes.

Roll out the dough to 1 centimeter thickness and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Refrigerate the cut-out shapes for 5 minutes before baking.

Bake for 8 to 11 minutes until set in the center and barely retains an imprint when touched.

Let cool before frosting.

Cooking Techniques

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