Paleo Gingerbread Cookies

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Paleo Gingerbread Cookies that are that same, delicious holiday taste for the season and packed with flavor, yet are healthier for you!

I have been loving the gingerbread flavor lately. I mean, don’t get me wrong pumpkin still takes first place in my heart (which is probably obvious with posts like this), but gingerbread is certainly growing on me! Which is why making these paleo gingerbread cookies was a must.

Molasses may be my new treat. And yes, I mean by the spoonfuls. Call me weird, but I just love the taste, and it has health benefits too!

But no one can ever go the holiday season without having or making gingerbread cookies! After scarfing down my favorite paleo cookies by PaleoBakeHouse, I knew I wanted to try to make something similar but in a gingerbread flavor.

Reasons to make these Paleo Gingerbread Cookies

• These paleo gingerbread cookies are so soft
• The cookies stay soft for days
• I created the exact texture and flavor I was looking for. Which is SO hard when using paleo ingredients only.
• They are the perfect holiday cookie (or anytime cookie)
• Oh, and these paleo gingerbread cookies are healthier than any you’d buy at the store!

Some of this batch I made went on the cookie trays that I gave out to the neighbors, and they were a hit. I say some, as many ended up in my belly before they made it to the plate. A girl has gotta eat her own cookies. You know, they say never trust a skinny cook; should I try to put a little fat on? 🙂

Anyways, I attempted one actual gingerbread man, but the rest I made into hearts as the man was hard to keep from breaking. Yikes. Arm by arm the little guy went into my mouth; right after these photos were taken. I have no  little self control.

This was a pretty small batch, but feel free to double or even triple this recipe. I wish I had after making them.

Great as a cookie to have on hand for your daily sweet tooth attack, or as a wonderful addition to the dessert table for your holiday party. Either way, these paleo gingerbread cookies won’t last long.

Mmmm.

Until next time,

xoxo Sarah Grace

 

 

Almond Benefits

1) Reduce Heart Attack Risk

2) Lower Bad Cholesterol

3) Protect artery walls from damage

4) Build strong bones and teeth

5) Provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss

6) Lower rise in blood sugar after meals

7) Alkalize the body

Coconut Benefits

1)Fights viruses and bacteria growth in body

2)Fights yeast, fungus, and candida

3) Positively affects hormones for thyroid and blood-sugar control which leads to increase metabolism, energy and endurance

4)Aids in digestion

5)Absorbs fat soluble vitamins

6)Lowers cholesterol

7)Special fat called medium chain triglycerides (Research shows 2T a day allowed women not only to gain less weight but lower abdominal fat)

Raw Honey Benefits

1) Alkaline-forming food that contains natural vitamins, enzymes, and powerful antioxidants

2)Anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties

3)Promotes body and digestive health

4)Strengthens immune system

5)Eliminates allergies

6)Excellent remedy for skin wounds and infections

7)Stabilizes blood pressure

8)Relieves pain

9)Calm nerves

Molasses Benefits

1) Rich in Iron: Increase your energy by replenishing iron stores, and increasing hemoglobin levels (2 tsp supply over 10% of your needed iron)

2) Great source of Calcium

3) Good source of Minerals: Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, and Potassium

4) One of the only sweeteners that is actually healthy for you![/fusion_text][social_links icons_boxed=”” icons_boxed_radius=”” color_type=”” icon_colors=”” box_colors=”” tooltip_placement=”” rss=”” facebook=”” twitter=”” instagram=”” dribbble=”” google=”” linkedin=”” blogger=”” tumblr=”” reddit=”” yahoo=”” deviantart=”” vimeo=”” youtube=”” pinterest=”” digg=”” flickr=”” forrst=”” myspace=”” skype=”” paypal=”” dropbox=”” soundcloud=”” vk=”” xing=”” email=”” show_custom=”no” alignment=”center” class=”” id=””]