These Healthy Low-Calorie Gingerbread Cookies deliver all the warm, cozy flavors of classic holiday gingerbread — but in a lighter, cleaner, and lower-calorie version. With whole-grain flour, a touch of molasses, anti-inflammatory spices, and no refined sugar, these cookies are soft, chewy, perfectly spiced, and guilt-free.
This recipe is ideal for holiday baking, meal prep, or enjoying a healthier sweet treat any day of the week.
Disclaimer
This recipe is for general wellness and informational purposes only. Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on brand or quantity of ingredients. Always consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have medical conditions.
This recipe is for general wellness and informational purposes only. Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on brand or quantity of ingredients. Always consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have medical conditions.
🍪 Ingredients (18 cookies)
| Ingredient | Quantity | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Wheat Flour | 1 1/2 cups | 520 kcal |
| Coconut Sugar | 1/3 cup | 180 kcal |
| Molasses | 2 tbsp | 120 kcal |
| Unsweetened Applesauce | 1/4 cup | 25 kcal |
| Olive Oil or Light Butter | 2 tbsp | 200 kcal |
| Ground Ginger | 1 tbsp | 18 kcal |
| Cinnamon | 2 tsp | 12 kcal |
| Cloves | 1/4 tsp | 3 kcal |
| Baking Soda | 1 tsp | 0 kcal |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp | 0 kcal |
➡️ Total Calories (full recipe): ≈ 1,098 kcal
➡️ Calories per cookie (18 cookies): ≈ 61 kcal
👩🍳 Preparation Steps
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, coconut sugar, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: Whisk applesauce, molasses, and oil together.
- Combine: Slowly add wet mixture into dry mixture until dough forms.
- Chill: Wrap dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Shape: Roll dough and cut into cookie shapes.
- Bake: Bake until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Tip: For extra softness, do not overbake — remove cookies as soon as edges firm up.
🍽 Nutritional Facts (Per Cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 61 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Iron | 6% DV |
🌿 Key Benefits
🍪 Low-Calorie Sweet Treat: Only 61 calories per cookie.
🌾 Whole-Grain: Healthier alternative to white flour.
🔥 Anti-Inflammatory Spices: Ginger and cinnamon offer immune support.
🍯 No Refined Sugar: Sweetened naturally with coconut sugar and molasses.
✨ Holiday Flavor: Soft, chewy, warm, and perfectly spiced.
🍪 Conclusion
These Healthy Low-Calorie Gingerbread Cookies bring warm, spiced holiday comfort with a wholesome, clean-ingredient twist. Soft, aromatic, and perfectly sweet — they’re an irresistible healthier option for festive baking.
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