One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)

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The holidays wouldn’t be complete without some gingerbread cookies and this easy recipe is my absolute favorite! These One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies are naturally vegan and gluten free and make the PERFECT soft and chewy cookie! I also love to use cookie cutters with this recipe for some extra festive cookies during the holidays.

These One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies (vegan, gluten free) are made with almond flour, making them higher in protein. They’re also made with all wholesome ingredients, which easily makes them the best guilt-free festive treat!

Ingredients for One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)

  • Almond Flour
  • Ground Ginger
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Clove (optional)
  • Fine Sea Salt
  • Baking Soda
  • Olive Oil (use code: TAYLOR10 for 10% off)
  • Maple Syrup
  • Molasses
  • Coconut Sugar (optional, for coating)
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How to make One-bowl gingerbread cookies (vegan, gluten free)

  1. Preheat oven.

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

  2. Add dry ingredients.

    In a large bowl, combine almond flour, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Mix well.dry ingredients for gingerbread cookies

  3. Add in wet ingredients.

    Next, add the olive oil, maple syrup, and molasses. Mix until a thick batter forms.batter for gingerbread cookies

  4. Scoop dough and form balls.

    Use a cookie scoop (I use a 1 tablespoon scoop) to scoop dough, then roll it between your hands to form a ball. OR use cookie cutters to cut into shapes. Can roll the balls in coconut sugar, if desired.scoop cookie dough balls for gingerbread cookies

  5. Arrange on baking sheet.

    Arrange the balls on prepared baking sheet. The cookies won’t spread much, so flatten cookies to desired thickness.flatten cookie dough ball for gingerbread cookies

  6. Bake.

    Bake for about 10-12 minutes (until cookies lightly puff up). Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.

pile of fresh baked one bowl gingerbread cookies (vegan, gluten free) with powdered sugar on top

Tips for One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies

  • Can wet hands/fingers if dough becomes too sticky when rolling into balls.
  • This recipe is great with cookie cutters for gingerbread men.
  • Can dust finished cookies with powdered sugar (optional).
  • For room temperature storage – store in container for up to 3 days (cookies will get soft if stored in an airtight container).
  • For refrigerator storage – store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. 
  • For freezer storage – store in a sealed freezer bag or container for up to 3 months.
  • Use code: TAYLOR10 for 10% off olive oil
fresh baked one bowl gingerbread cookies

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These soft & chewy gingerbread cookies are the perfect guilt-free festive treat! INGREDIENTS: – 1 1/2 cup almond flour – 2 tsp ground ginger – 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon – 1/8 tsp nutmeg – Dash of clove – 1/4 tsp fine sea salt – 1/4 tsp baking soda – 2 tbsp olive oil – 1/4 cup maple syrup – 1 tbsp molasses – 2 tbsp coconut sugar (for coating, optional) INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Combine almond flour, ginger, spices, salt & baking soda. Mix together. 3. Then add in olive oil, maple syrup, & molasses. Mix until thick batter is formed. 4. Use 1 tbsp scoop to scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet. Cookies won’t spread much, so flatten cookies to desired thickness. OR use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. 5. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, until cookies lightly puff up. Let them cool completely then serve. #holidaybaking #veganrecipes #glutenfreerecipes #gingerbreadcookies #vegan #glutenfree #holidaycookies #christmas #christmascookies #food #foodblogger #gingerbread #foodtiktok

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pile of Easy one-bowl gingerbread cookies in gingerbread man cut outs

One-Bowl Gingerbread Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)

  • Author: Taylor – A Conscious Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 16 cookies 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Easy one-bowl gingerbread cookie recipe that’s naturally vegan and gluten free. It makes the perfect soft and chewy cookie! 


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Dash of clove (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut sugar (optional, for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Mix well.
  3. Next, add the olive oil, maple syrup, and molasses. Mix until a thick batter forms.
  4. Use a cookie scoop (I use a 1 tablespoon scoop) to scoop dough, then roll it between your hands to form a ball. OR use cookie cutters to cut into shapes. Can roll the balls in coconut sugar, if desired.
  5. Arrange the balls on prepared baking sheet. The cookies won’t spread much, so flatten cookies to desired thickness.
  6. Bake for about 10-12 minutes (until cookies lightly puff up). Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Can wet hands/fingers if dough becomes too sticky when rolling into balls.
  • This recipe is great with cookie cutters for gingerbread men.
  • Can dust finished cookies with powdered sugar (optional).
  • For room temperature storage – store in container for up to 3 days (cookies will get soft if stored in an airtight container).
  • For refrigerator storage – store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. 
  • For freezer storage – store in a sealed freezer bag or container for up to 3 months.
  • Use code: TAYLOR10 for 10% off olive oil

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Cookie
  • Calories: 124
  • Sugar: 5.8 g
  • Sodium: 45.3 mg
  • Fat: 4.9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8.6 g
  • Fiber: 0.7 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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