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For those using insulin to control their blood sugar, but occasionally wish to indulge in a tasty, sweet dessert, you are not alone. It often seems like a real challenge to find a cookie that would have little impacts on the blood sugar levels but would be tasty. That is why it is a very good thing that we are finally starting to see ground-breaking ingredients such as almond flour and natural low carb sweeteners to make delicious Low-Carb, Sugar-Free Cookies for Diabetes !
In this guide, we will show you some yummy recipe of cookies that will not make you miss the carbs and sugars. Every one of these recipes utilizes selected ingredient to properly fit the blood sugar pattern and you don’t have to worry about having a couple of cookies.
Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Description:
Well, who doesn’t love a good chocolate chip cookies, right? This diabetes-friendly version maintains all of the coziness of the original while leaving out the sugar. The almond flour adds the nutty taste which complements the sweetness from the sugar-free chocolate chips that you will not have to worry about spiking your blood sugar with.
Nutritional Benefits:
Almond Flour: Almond flour is very low in carbs and high in healthy fats and fiber in particular, which makes almond flour a valuable addition to any diabetic diet. Besides, it imparts an interesting texture and taste to the food.
Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips: Selecting sugar-free chocolates makes the carbohydrate content low, yet it creates the sensation of eating chocolate.
Natural Sweeteners: Erythritol or monk fruit for instance unlike regular sugars will not cause spikes in blood glucose therefore can be used in preparation of sweet dishes for diabetes patients.
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups almond flour
You will need ½ cup sugar free chocolate chips
¼ cup erythritol monk fruit sweetener
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 large egg
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Set your oven to 350F and always grease your baking sheet with butter or use parchment paper.
Pulse the almond flour, erythritol, baking powder and salt in a giant bowl.
Finally mix in the egg, melted butter and vanilla extract, until a dough begins to shape.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Drop the cookies on the baking sheet and gently press each down lightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are nice golden color.
Let cool before enjoying.
Flavor Variations: You can even toss the porridge with a pinch of sea salt for that extra kick or follow it up with cinnamon for that extra warm touch.
Peanut Butter Almond Flour Cookies
Description:
These low carbohydrate peanut butter almond flour cookies are nutrient dense which means they’re both filling and satisfying. It will come as no surprise to find out that it contains less than one gram of carbs per serving and has no added sugar.
Nutritional Benefits:
Peanut Butter: Loaded with protein and good fat, it also slows down the blood sugar rise in the body.
Almond Flour: Trying it adds a base that’s low carb and enhances the slightly nutty flavor that goes well with the peanut butter.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup of natural, unsweetened peanut butter
- ⅓ cup erythritol or any monk fruit sweetener you prefer
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F and lay parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
- Just mix all the mixed in a large mixing bowl so that you form a sticky dough.
- Sprinkle with sugar and roll the dough into 1 inch balls and place on baking sheet.
- Each cookie should be flattened with a fork, making a pattern of intersecting lines on it.
- Bake for 10-12 min until its golden brown on the edges.
- It should be allow to cool before serving.
Flavor Variations: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon to get a warm version or you could add a few drops of some sugar-free chocolate chips for peanut butter and chocolate lovers’ version.
Low-Carb Oatmeal Cookies
Description:
Cookies made from oatmeal may be tricky for low-carb diets, but this recipe recreates those flavors while using almond flour and a pinch of cinnamon spice.
Nutritional Benefits:
Low-Carb “Oats” Substitute: Substituting almond flour with chopped nuts gives a texture of oats without introducing the carbohydrate content.
Cinnamon: Not only tasty, but cinnamon also accelerates stabilization of the blood sugar level.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (I have used this for adding little oat texture to the topping)
- ¼ cup powdered stevia or any natural sweetener such as erythritol, monk fruit sweetener
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- All the necessary preparation before starting the baking process is to set oven at 350 F (175 C) and place a piece of parchment paper on the large baking sheet.
- Spoon almond flour, chopped nuts, erythritol, baking powder and cinnamon into a large bowl and whisk together.
- Next, mix the egg, melted butter and vanilla essence in it thoroughly into the above mixture.
- Spoon rounded tablespoons of dough on the baking sheet and gently press down with your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 min until they turn golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Flavor Variations: Suggested to add a handful of sugar-free raisins or a sprinkle of nutmeg to bring about the extra flavor.
Diabetes-Friendly Cookies Baking Preparation Guide
To bake low-carb cookies, then you can use lower carbInputs such as almond flour and low-carb sugar. Here are some tips to help:
Almond Flour Tips: Other alterations include the fact the almond flour does not act as an absorbent for moisture in food preparation as do other types of flour may cause cookies to spread out. Reducing the temperature for a few minutes before baking also works.
Choosing the Right Sweetener: Erythritol and monk fruit are also good for cookies, but, at times, they may produce a cooling effect on the palate. Try to discover the concentration that tastes best to you.
Texture Control: Kneading a little of xanthan gum can help add to the texture of a cookie and make the cookies more chewy but not a placed on the blood sugar.
FAQs
Is it possible to prepare these cookies in advance?
Yes! These cookies can be stored for sometime and one can prepare them in advance. You only need to store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh while in storage.
Storing sugar free cookies is as follows:
For the better texture, it is better to keep these cookies into an airtight container in room temperature for 7 days or freeze them if you need more storage.
Are these cookies good for everyone with diabetes?
Most of these cookies are low in carbs and sugar content and can be consumed by most people particularly those with diabetes. But it is strongly recommended to consult the health care practitioner if one is in doubt on any particular ingredient.
Conclusion
That’s why these recipes for diabetic cookies are so great; they give you all the good stuff of cookies but with little sugar and carbs. It’s ideal for when one wants to enjoy a treat without compromising his or her diabetes diet, having these cookies around means one doesn’t have to look very far. Prepare each, and alter the taste… well you get the idea, cook and find out which becomes your favorite!
Try out these recipes and pass on the link to other people who might be on the lookout for good diabetes recipes for desserts. Please do not hesitate to share what flavors you enjoyed and any other renditions you came up with. Happy baking!
