Elevate your holiday celebrations with our delectable Healthy Ginger Holiday Cookies featuring a zesty twist – citrus collagen icing! 🍊✨ Savor the perfect blend of warmth and freshness in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, egg, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Citrus Collagen Icing:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons citrus juice (orange, lemon, or a combination)
- 1 scoop Kalla Citrus collagen powder
- Zest of one citrus fruit (optional)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, citrus juice, and collagen powder until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more sugar or juice as needed.
- If desired, stir in the citrus zest for an extra burst of flavor.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the citrus collagen icing over the top of each cookie.
Allow the icing to set before serving. These healthier ginger cookies with citrus collagen icing provide a nutritious twist on a classic treat this holiday season.
Happy Holidays xx