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GINGERBREAD MEN COOKIES

Desserts
4 portion(s)
55 min

Ingredients

4

Tbsp margarine, softened at room temperature

1/3

cup brown sugar

1

tsp ginger, ground

1

tsp cinnamon, ground

1

cup (110 g) low protein allpurpose mix

1/4

cup rice or almond milk* 

1

tsp low protein egg replacer 

1/2

tsp vanilla extract

1

Tbsp golden syrup

Permitted decorations: such as edible icing pens**

* Rice milk was used in the nutrition info
** Decorations are not included in the nutrition info
 

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 390°F.
  2. Cream margarine and brown sugar in a large bowl.
  3. Add the spices and low protein all-purpose mix; rub together with your fingertips to create a breadcrumb texture.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add to the low protein all-purpose mix, and knead into a dough.
  5. Roll dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch, cut into 4
    gingerbread men and place onto a lightly greased baking tray.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
  8. Decorate when fully cooled.

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Nutritional Information

Calories 300 | Protein 0.2 g | Phenylalanine 6 mg

This recipe is suitable for a protein restricted diet. Be sure to check with your healthcare professional before making changes to your or your child’s diet. This recipe was analyzed using the HowMuchPhe.org database. The nutrition information could change depending on the brand of product you choose and should only serve as a guideline. Always check the nutrition label of any product substitution to ensure it is appropriate. Refer to labels for allergen information and suitability. All trademarks are owned by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. © 2025 Nestlé. 

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