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Bertha Jones

Low Carb Christmas Cookies

These Low Carb Christmas Cookies are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season, combining delightful buttery flavor with low carb ingredients for guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups almond flour Can be substituted with coconut flour.
  • 1/2 cup erythritol Or your preferred low-carb sweetener.
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be truly softened for a smoother batter.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Can substitute with other extracts like almond or hazelnut.
Optional Ingredients
  • holiday spices (cinnamon or nutmeg) To enhance flavor.
  • sugar-free chocolate chips Optional ingredient.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  5. If desired, fold in holiday spices or sugar-free chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Baking
  1. Use a tablespoon to scoop dough portions and space them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Gently flatten each cookie using your palm.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 40mgFiber: 1g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for up to three months in a single layer on a baking sheet. Consider browning the butter for extra flavor.

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