Spiced Gingerbread Cookie recipe

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia powder

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie alternative.

molasses

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Honey adds sweetness and moisture.

In a large bowl, blend together shortening and sugar.

Beat in 1 egg and molasses until light and fluffy.

In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground ginger.

Add the flour mixture to the shortening mixture and stir well.

Form the dough into small balls and roll each in sugar.

Place the balls on a greased baking sheet about two inches apart.

Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until golden.

Let cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens