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Healthy “last minute” Christmas cookies

Variety despite austerity.

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Sweet delicacies may taste delicious, but they are usually high in calories and not exactly healthy. But you can change that with these alternatives: Whip up some quick Christmas cookies for the gift table! 

The Christmas season is always particularly hectic - there is often little time for extensive baking. But if you want to conjure up something for the festive gift table at the last minute in the run-up to Christmas, you don't have to miss out on delicious, home-baked cookies and sweets. Here are a few suggestions:

Cinnamon stars made from rolled oats
This version is based on oat flakes, which are rich in fiber and keep you full for longer. The sugar content is reduced and maple syrup can be used instead of white sugar. Ingredients: 100 g rolled oats, 100 g ground almonds, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 eggs (or 2 tbsp apple sauce for a vegan version), 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp baking powder, a pinch of salt.

Preparation: Grind the rolled oats in a food processor to a fine oat flour. Mix all the ingredients well in a bowl until a homogeneous dough is formed. Roll out the dough and cut out stars. Place the stars on a baking tray lined with baking paper and bake at 175 °C for approx. 10-12 minutes.

Spelt and honey cookies
Spelt flour is a healthy alternative to white flour as it contains more fiber. Ingredients: 200 g spelt flour, 50 g ground almonds, 2 tbsp honey, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking powder, a pinch of salt, 50 g coconut oil.

Preparation: Knead all the ingredients into a dough, wrap in cling film and leave to rest in the fridge for approx. 30 minutes. Then roll out, cut out cookies and bake on a baking tray at 180 °C for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.

Almond and ginger cookies
Almond flour is not only gluten-free, but also rich in healthy fats. These cookies are perfect for anyone who likes a crunchy texture and a little spicy freshness from ginger. Ingredients: 150 g almond flour, 50 g rolled oats, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tbsp coconut oil, 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey.

Preparation: Mix all the ingredients together to form a smooth dough, shape into small balls and place on a baking tray. Flatten slightly with a fork and bake at 175 °C for approx. 10 minutes.

Apple and cinnamon cookies without sugar
These apple and cinnamon cookies have no added sugar - the sweetness comes from the apples and cinnamon alone. Ingredients: 1 ripe apple, 100 g rolled oats, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tbsp coconut oil, a pinch of salt.

Preparation: Peel, core and puree the apple. Mix all the ingredients into a dough and place mounds on a baking tray. Bake at 180 °C for about 10-12 minutes until the cookies are golden brown. 

Low-carb coconut biscuits
Coconut biscuits are a great low-carb alternative. Ingredients: 200 g grated coconut, 2 egg whites, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Preparation: Beat the egg whites until stiff. Fold the remaining ingredients into the egg whites. Using a spoon, place small mounds on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake at 150 °C for approx. 10-12 minutes until the macaroons are lightly golden brown.