How to Make Healthier Lemon-Ginger Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a healthier alternative to your favorite sugary cookies? Look no further, because these Healthier Lemon-Ginger Cookies are just what you need. Packed with the zesty flavor of lemon and the warm spice of ginger, these cookies are not only delicious but also better for you. Whether you're trying to cut back on refined sugar or just looking for a healthier treat, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 1 egg
  • 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup icing sugar
  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat milk, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 24 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sugar and canola oil in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add molasses and egg and beat until fluffy. Stir in flour, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest; mix until well combined. Use a small cookie scoop to measure out teaspoonfuls of dough; place 2 inches apart on an insulated baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges just start to brown, 12 to 15 minutes; do not overbake.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, mix together icing sugar, margarine, lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons milk for the glaze. Mix thoroughly until desired consistency, adding more milk if needed. Drizzle glaze onto cooled cookies.
  • Nutrition

    283 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 166mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 187mg