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Low Carb Gingerbread Cookie Bars
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Low Carb Gingerbread Cookies

The easiest keto gingerbread cookie recipe! These are gluten free, simple to make, and perfect for the holidays!
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 131kcal
Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Softened Butter NOT MELTED
  • 4 oz. Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups Almond Flour
  • 1/2 cup Low Carb Sweetener
  • 2 tsp. Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Xanthan Gum
  • 1 tbsp. Black strap Molasses or Yacon Syrup
  • 1 tsp. Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger
  • Frosting-
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese
  • 2 tbsp. Powdered Low Carb Sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla
  • 2 tbsp. Almond Milk

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8X8" pan with non-stick spray or coconut oil.
  • 2. In a bowl, combine the softened butter and low carb sweetener.
  • 3. Next, add the softened cream cheese and molasses, then the eggs and mix until blended.
  • 4. Add the almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, spices, and mix well.
  • 5. Add the whole mixture to an 8X8" pan and spread till it is even.
  • 6. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Allow to cool before frosting.
  • 7. In a mixing bowl combine the frosting ingredients and mix until smooth. Spread over the top of the cooled bars.
  • 8. Cut into 12-15 individual cookies. Optional- Garnish with fresh grated cinnamon or nutmeg

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 54mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g