Low Sugar Gingerbread Men Recipe

Name: Low Sugar Gingerbread Men
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup All-purpose Flour; 2/3 cups Ground Almonds; 1 teaspoon Baking Soda; 2-1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Mixed Spice; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Cloves; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter; 1/2 cups Xylitol; 1 teaspoon Molasses; 2 Tablespoons Rice Syrup; 3 Tablespoons Milk

Servings: persons

1
Mix flour, ground almonds, bicarbonate of soda and ground spices together in a bowl.
2
Over low-medium heat, heat remaining ingredients (except the milk) in a saucepan until everything is melted and xylitol dissolved. Pour wet ingredients into the dry and mix to form a dough, using a little milk if needed to make a soft but not sticky dough.
3
Press into a disc shape and wrap in cling film, then chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
4
Preheat oven to 180u00b0C (350u00b0F or gas 4).
5
Roll dough out and cut shapes, placing them on baking-paper-lined baking trays. Refrigerate again for 5-10 minutes.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until biscuits are just starting to get deep golden colour on the edges. Allow to cool completely.
7
Note: See related blog post for a sugar free icing to use on the cookies.

506

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cup All-purpose Flour, 2/3 cups Ground Almonds, 1 teaspoon Baking Soda, 2-1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger, and more.

Yes, Low Sugar Gingerbread Men falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Low Sugar Gingerbread Men

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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