Winter Spice Peppermint Twist (Print Version)

A festive winter twist with warming spices and refreshing peppermint, crafted for keto diets.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups almond flour
02 - 1/4 cup erythritol sweetener
03 - 1 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 tsp ground ginger
06 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
07 - 1/8 tsp salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 tsp peppermint extract

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - Add the egg, melted butter, and peppermint extract to the dry mixture; stir until a uniform dough forms.
04 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them spaced on the prepared baking sheet; gently flatten each ball to about 1/4 inch thickness.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
06 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste indulgent and festive without derailing your keto goals, which honestly feels like getting away with something delicious
  • The peppermint and spice combination is sophisticated enough for guests but easy enough to make on a Tuesday
  • Your kitchen will smell like a luxury candle shop, and yes, that's a solid reason to bake
02 -
  • The dough will taste slightly bitter from the cocoa, but don't panic. That bitterness transforms into richness once baked, and the sweetness balances it perfectly.
  • These cookies are more delicate than regular sugar cookies because almond flour has less gluten structure. Treat them gently, especially while warm, and they'll reward you with a crispy-tender texture that's addictive.
03 -
  • Toast your almond flour lightly in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before using it. This deepens the flavor and adds a subtle nuttiness that elevates the whole cookie.
  • Don't be afraid of the peppermint. It's there to dance with the chocolate, not compete with it, and that balance is what makes people keep eating just one more.

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