Keto Mini Gingerbread Men Recipe

Gluten Free
Vegetarian
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Keto Mini Gingerbread Men
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Description

These gingerbread cookies offer a symphony of warm and spicy notes, a delightful dance on the palate that makes them perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a touch of comforting spice. The blend of cinnamon, ginger, clove, and nutmeg creates that classic gingerbread profile, while a subtle hint of cayenne and black pepper adds an unexpected, yet welcome, warmth that lingers pleasantly. The dough itself is a dream to work with.

The combination of butter and cream cheese creates a tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture, providing a light and airy base that perfectly complements the robust spices. Almond flour gives the cookies a delicate crumb, while a touch of molasses deepens the flavor and adds a hint of traditional sweetness. The aroma that fills your kitchen as these cookies bake is simply intoxicating, a blend of warm spices and sweet molasses that evokes feelings of home and hearth.

Whether you roll the dough thin for crisp, snappy cookies or a bit thicker for a softer, chewier bite, the texture is always satisfying. Cutting them into festive shapes adds a touch of whimsy and makes them perfect for sharing with loved ones. Imagine a plate of these adorably shaped cookies, their warm gingerbread hue inviting you to indulge.

Each bite is a journey, from the initial burst of familiar gingerbread spices to the subtle warmth of cayenne and the tender, delicate crumb. They are equally enjoyable on their own or paired with a warm beverage, such as coffee or tea, creating a moment of pure comfort and joy. These cookies are more than just a treat; they're an experience, a little piece of happiness baked into every bite.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
55 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 mini gingerbread men cookies serving
C
Calories
25 Kcal

C
Carbs
1 g
Fi
Fiber
0 g
Sugar
0 g

P
Protein
0 g

C
Fats
2 g
Saturated Fats 1 g
Unsaturated Fats 1 g

Cholestrol 5 mg
Sodium 5 mg
Potassium 1 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Butter
    Butter
    1 stick
    2.
    Cream Cheese
    Cream Cheese
    1 ounce
    3.
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    1 cup
    4.
    Almond Flour
    Almond Flour
    2-¼ cup
    5.
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    ¼ tsp
    6.
    Baking Powder
    Baking Powder
    ½ teaspoon
    7.
    Vanilla Extract
    Vanilla Extract
    1 teaspoon
    8.
    Cloves, Ground
    Cloves, Ground
    ½ teaspoon
    9.
    Nutmeg Ground
    Nutmeg Ground
    ¼ tsp
    10.
    Ginger, Ground
    Ginger, Ground
    1 tablespoon
    11.
    Cinnamon
    Cinnamon
    2 teaspoon
    12.
    Cayenne
    Cayenne
    ⅛ teaspoon
    13.
    Black Pepper
    Black Pepper
    ⅛ teaspoon
    14.
    Molasses
    Molasses
    6 teaspoon
    15.
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    1 cup
    16.
    Whipped Heavy Cream Sweetened & Ultra Pasturized by Land O Lakes
    Whipped Heavy Cream Sweetened & Ultra Pasturized by Land O Lakes
    6 tbsp

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat an oven to 350 F. Cream room temperature butter and cream cheese together with one cup of Swerve in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment for 2-3 minutes. You will want to scrape down the bowl at least once.
    2.
    Add in all the dry ingredients and spices as well as the molasses and vanilla extract. Mix well for at least one minute beating the cookie dough on low speed.
    3.
    Place the cookie dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to a thickness. Use a thicker dough if using a cookie cutter larger than 2 inches.
    4.
    The mini cookie cutters used in this recipe can handle the thinner rolled dough. Place the two sheets of parchment with the cookie dough inside on a baking sheet and place it in the fridge to chill for 10-15 minutes until firm. Use a miniature cookie cutter about 1 large to cut mini gingerbread men out of the dough. The dough should stick inside the cookie cutter. Use your fingertip to gently poke the dough out onto a baking sheet. Bake for 6 minutes.
    5.
    The cookies should be golden brown on the bottom and the edges. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
    6.
    Combine the remaining Swerve and heavy cream together in a bowl with a small rubber spatula. Place it into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
    7.
    Pipe the gingerbread with any decorations you would like. Gingerbread men will store for up to one week in an airtight container.