Another approach to building the perfect man...yes, he's gluten-free

This came across my desktop... I was thinking of making gingerbread men for the guys at the Martial Arts gym, and one of them needs gluten free...and these sound really good.  Once they're dressed, they'll have belts, and santa hats...I think.  I also think I might be smart to bake small hats onto them.  not sure.  I might go with sparkling fight shorts, because the Muay Thai has purdy fancy and very shiny gear.  Could even go crazy and bend the pre-baked shape into a kick... right now, it's all just mental preparation.

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Gingerbread Men (Grain Free)

By Linda Etherton 12/16/2013 (Updated December 18, 2013)

This is a guest post by my friend Danielle. I tried some of Danielle’s gingerbread men, and let me tell you, these things are delicious! I love the flavor and  chewiness of the cookie. Plus, they’re just adorable, aren’t they?

by Danielle McKinney

This recipe for gluten-free, grain-free gingerbread is adapted from a food blog based out of Yorkshire, Gluten Free SCD and Veggie. These gingerbread men are slightly soft and chewy with a sweet and spicy flavor that you’ll love – and will make your house smell like Christmas no matter when you make them!

If possible, use a darker honey (such as buckwheat) or even molasses to create a much deeper flavor.

5.0 from 2 reviews

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Gingerbread Men (Grain Free)

Author: Danielle McKinney

Recipe type: Dessert

Serves: Makes ~10 Gingerbread Men

 

Ingredients

• 10 dates
• ⅓ cup honey (for vegan option, use agave nectar)
• 1½ Tablespoons ginger
• ½ Tablespoon cinnamon
• ⅓ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1¾ cups almond flour

Instructions

Date paste

1. Soak pitted dates in warm water until soft (30 minutes up to 3 hours).
2. Place dates in food processor or blender and blend until smooth; if necessary, add 1-2 teaspoons water to create a smooth paste. See note.

Gingerbread Men

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Pour honey, spices, and 2 Tablespoons of date paste to a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat until the edges begin to bubble slightly. Remove from heat and stir in oil until absorbed.
3. Add baking soda.
4. Add salt to mixture, then slowly stir in almond flour. If necessary, use your hands to roll into a smooth, moist ball of dough. Allow to cool to room temperature – refrigerate if desired to speed things up.
5. Roll out dough between two pieces of parchment paper until about ¼ inch thick. Cut out gingerbread men or desired shape; collect extra dough, re-roll, and cut out until all dough has been used up.
6. Bake on lined cookie sheet at 350 for 7-9 minutes. Time will vary based on the size of your cookies, so keep an eye on them. Cookies are done when they feel firm to the touch and a light touch leaves no imprint. Allow to cool on tray for 15-20 minutes, then remove to cooling rack. Enjoy!

Notes

This will leave you with extra date paste that’s great for smoothies or other baked goods. If your food processor is small enough, you only need about 5 dates for this recipe; otherwise, you’ll need about 10 to chop it fine enough.

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