Wholesome Christmas Treats: Easy & Healthy Cookie Recipes

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Here are a few easy and healthy Christmas cookie recipes that taste great and are quick to make:

1. Almond Flour Sugar Cookies

Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and baking soda until a dough forms.
  3. Roll into small balls and flatten slightly with your hand or a fork.
  4. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges. Cool before serving.

2. Oatmeal Banana Cookies

Vegan, No Refined Sugar
Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Mix mashed bananas, oats, nut butter, chocolate chips, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Scoop spoonfuls onto the tray and shape into cookies.
  4. Bake for 12–15 minutes. Let cool and enjoy!

3. Coconut Macaroons

Dairy-Free, Paleo-Friendly
Ingredients:

  • 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk egg whites, vanilla, honey/maple syrup, and salt until frothy.
  3. Fold in shredded coconut.
  4. Scoop small mounds onto the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden on the edges.

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4. Gingerbread Energy Bites

No-Bake, Vegan
Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pitted dates
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor until a sticky dough forms.
  2. Roll into small balls.
  3. Optional: Coat in shredded coconut or cocoa powder.
  4. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

5. Chocolate Dipped Pistachio Cookies

Gluten-Free, Simple
Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate (melted for dipping)
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt into a dough.
  2. Form into small cookies and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  3. Once cooled, dip half the cookie in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with pistachios. Let set.

These recipes are healthier alternatives without sacrificing flavor, making them perfect for a festive yet guilt-free Christmas treat! 🎄🍪

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