Gingerbread Cookies

Are you taking The 15 Day Challenge and struggling to drop sweets from your diet? We’ve got you. Here’s a recipe that is sure to make your taste buds smile, and as a bonus, these cookies pair great with Delgada Instant Coffee!

Just remember that moderation is key when it comes to snacks! For more information, check out our blog on how to create a healthy plate!

Prep Time

10 minutes

Materials

Blender
Bowl
Rolling Pin (Optional)

Serves

18 cookies

Ingredients

1 ¼ cup pitted dates, packed
¼ cup oat flour
¼ cup buckwheat groats
¾ cup gluten-free rolled oats
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
½ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon vanilla
Optional: 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

Blend all ingredients, except for dates, in a high-speed blender until you get a fine consistency like flour.
Add in half of the dates and process until well combined, then add the remaining dates until you have a uniform dough.
Scoop dough out about 1 tablespoon in size, roll into balls or flatten with a rolling pin and use a cookie cutter to make desired shapes.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
Bake cookies for 10 minutes or until they are fully baked.
Roll balls into brown sugar or sprinkle on top of cookies.
(Optional: You may sprinkle colored sugar on top of the cookies!)