Primal Christmas Sugar Cookies with Icing (Paleo, Nut-Free, Animal-Based)
Get Festive with Your Baking this Season with Nut-Free, Gluten-Free Primal Christmas Sugar Cookies with Icing!
Jump to RecipeThe holiday season is a time for indulgence and enjoying delicious treats. However, it can also be a time when we tend to overindulge in sugary and inflammatory foods. That’s why it’s important to have healthier alternatives that still satisfy our sweet tooth. One such recipe is this Primal Holiday Sugar Cookies and Icing!
These cookies are not only delicious, but they are also nut-free and ancestral diet-friendly, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
The Benefits of a Nut-Free and Paleo Recipe
The primal diet is based on the idea of eating foods that our ancestors would have eaten during the Paleolithic era. This means avoiding processed foods, grains, and legumes. The diet focuses on consuming whole foods such as meat, fish, dairy, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.
Though nuts are compliant with a primal diet, not everyone tolerates nuts. A nut-free recipe is important for those with allergies or sensitivities to them. Nuts are a common allergen and may cause reactions in some individuals ranging from mild to severe. By using coconut flour as an alternative to almond flour, a common ingredient in primal and paleo baked goods, you can still enjoy a delicious treat without the risk of a nut reaction.
To keep these cookies dairy-free as well, follow the paleo suggestions in the recipe notes.
Ancestral-Friendly Cookie Decorating Ideas
Now that you have your delicious Primal Christmas Sugar Cookies with Icing recipe, it’s time to get creative with the decorations, but keep it more aligned with your ancestral diet. Here are some ideas for decorating the cookies for the holidays that have friendlier materials and ingredients:
– Use small, stainless steel cookie cutters to create shapes in the dough before baking. This adds an extra element of fun and makes the cookies look even more festive.
– Use natural food coloring (please note the ingredients to see if you are willing to compromise ever so slightly for the holidays) to create festive colors for your icing. You can use a few drops of beet juice for red, spinach juice for green, and ground turmeric for yellow.
– Use a silicone piping bag or a BPA-free zip-top bag with a small hole cut in the corner to pipe designs onto the cookies. You can create intricate patterns or write personalized messages.
– Sprinkle the cookies with naturally-colored sprinkles (please note the ingredients to see if you are willing to compromise ever so slightly for the holidays) made without corn or GMOs.
Love primal baked goods and desserts? Check out the recipe archives here!
Serving Suggestions for the Cookies
These cookies are perfect for serving at holiday parties and gatherings. Here are some ideas for how to serve them:
– Arrange the cookies on a platter and serve them as is. They are delicious on their own and don’t need any additional toppings or accompaniments.
– Serve the cookies with a side of fresh fruit for a refreshing and healthy twist.
– Pair the cookies with a cup of hot cocoa made with ancestral ingredients or a glass of grass-fed milk for a cozy and comforting treat.
– Use the cookies as a base for ice cream sandwiches. Simply place a scoop of your favorite ice cream between two cookies and enjoy!
How to Store the Cookies for Maximum Freshness
To keep your cookies fresh and delicious, follow these storage tips:
– Store the cookies in an airtight container in the fridge. This will help prevent them from drying out.
– If you plan on storing the cookies for an extended period of time, you can freeze them. Stack the cookies in single layers divided by parchment paper in a freezer-safe container or bag. Store them in the freezer for up to three months.
Primal Christmas Sugar Cookies with Icing Make Healthy Holiday Treats
By using primal-friendly and nut-free ingredients, you can enjoy a sweet treat without compromising your dietary needs. Whether you’re serving these cookies at a holiday party or enjoying them with a cup of tea by the fire, they are sure to be a hit.
So go ahead, give this recipe a try and indulge in some guilt-free holiday cheer!
*Not medical advice.
Primal Christmas Sugar Cookies with Icing
Ingredients
COOKIES
- ⅓ cup maple sugar or coconut sugar
- ⅓ cup butter or coconut oil softened
- ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- ½ cup coconut flour plus more for rolling if needed
- 1 dash sea salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder corn-free
- 1 Tbsp granulated gelatin
ICING
- ¼ cup coconut butter melted
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 2 Tbsp milk or coconut milk room temperature, or more as needed
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat together the maple sugar or coconut sugar with the softened butter or coconut oil until fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla and eggs until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, sea salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually and slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the top of the dough. Rest for 1 minute, then stir the gelatin into the dough.
- Rest the dough for 10 minutes to allow the coconut flour to expand. Form the dough into a ball, then cover it and chill it in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours.
- Roll the dough between 2 pieces of parchment paper until it is about ¼” thick (using some extra coconut flour as needed to prevent sticking).
- Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into the shapes of your choice, reforming and flattening the dough as needed to use up all of the dough.
- Bake for 6 to 9 minutes, or until the edges and tops are light golden brown but cookies are still slightly soft in the centers.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to prevent breaking them. When they are cooled a bit, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before icing them. (The icing will melt if you ice them while they are warm.)
- While the cookies cool, prepare the icing: Whisk together coconut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla, and sea salt in a small mixing bowl until smooth. Whisk in coconut milk until thinned to your desired consistency.
Notes
