Who doesn’t love cookies? These little pieces of perfection have the power to fix a broken heart and the potential to make any bad day instantly better. Cookies are the ultimate comfort food – but looking at the ingredients of regular cookies, we’d rather not be caught with our hands in the cookie jar.
How about indulging in a sweet treat minus the guilty conscience or breaking up with your diet? Bake your day a little better with a fresh batch of these good-for-you Ginger-Turmeric Cookies. Fluffy tenderness meets anti-inflammatory benefits and a deliciously creamy coconut frosting. Truth be told, this is one smart cookie!
What are the benefits?
Almond Flour:
Low-carb & gluten-free
Great for 'keto-friendly' recipes
Adds a rich flavor
More protein than regular flour
Cashew Butter:
Excellent source of magnesium
Less fat-laden than some alternatives
Great source of protein
Rich in iron & selenium
Almond Milk:
Low-calorie and low-sugar
Dairy-free & vegan milk option
Plant-based calcium source
Rich in vitamin E & good fats
Turmeric:
Powerful antioxidant agent
Supports whole body wellness
Promotes healthy inflammatory responses
Great for digestion & metabolism
Ginger:
Contains gingerol, a powerful medicinal substance
Can help treat nausea & upset stomach
Great for muscle aches & soreness
Supports holistic health
Maple Syrup:
Contains vitamin B5
Less calories than honey
Loaded with antioxidants
Contains riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, and potassium
Guilt-Free Ginger Turmeric Cookies
Ingredients
1 cup Almond Flour
½ cup cashew butter
¼ cup maple syrup
¼ almond milk
1 tbsp. tapioca starch
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tbsp. ground turmeric
2 tsp. ground ginger
1 egg
For the frosting:
1 ½ cups coconut cream (we recommend full-fat)
¼ cup tapioca starch
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Mix together all ingredients in a large bowl until you get the typical cookie dough texture
Use a tablespoon to scoop balls of cookie dough and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Slightly flatten them with a spoon or your fingers
Bake for 15 minutes and let them cool for 10 minutes
Frosting:
Mix coconut cream with tapioca starch until you get a thick icing
Put in the refrigerator to cool
Once the cookies are cooled, spread icing over each cookie, sprinkle with a dash of ground turmeric and serve immediately.
Get comfortable, grab a glass of your favorite milk, and embrace this little treat 😀!
AND REMEMBER...
IT'S ABOUTYOU. IT'S ABOUT YOURHEALTH. IT'S ABOUTRECONNECTING.