Low Fat Gingerbread Cookies
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of the holiday season with these irresistible Low Fat Gingerbread Cookies, a wholesome twist on the classic treat! Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, these cookies stay soft and flavorful thanks to unsweetened applesauce, molasses, and a medley of aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. With no butter and only egg whites for a lower fat content, this recipe offers a guilt-free way to enjoy festive cookies without compromising on taste. Perfect for holiday baking, these cookies can be rolled into fun shapes and decorated for a personalized touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for sharing with family and friends or pairing with a warm cup of tea for a cozy snack. Try this easy, healthy gingerbread recipe and embrace the festive spirit without the extra calories!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup Molasses
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, molasses, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing to ensure the cookies remain light and soft.
Lightly flour a clean work surface and rolling pin. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and transfer them carefully to the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake to maintain a soft texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy as-is, or decorate with your favorite low-fat icing for an extra festive touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2066 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 505.0 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.4 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 565 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 3813 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
