Chocolate Chip Gingersnap Chai Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 36

Dessert

This Chocolate Chip Gingersnap Chai Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/3 cup good quality unsweetened natural cocoa powder (not Dutched)
3 tablespoons good quality chai tea, finely ground in a spice grinder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground star anise, well sifted
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (from a 1-inch peeled piece)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
5 ounce chocolate chips (about 1 cup)

Instructions

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, chai tea, salt, cinnamon, star anise, cardamom and cloves; set aside.
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter with both sugars, the grated ginger and the vanilla until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Mix the sifted dry ingredients. Add the chocolate chips and mix until fully incorporated. Shape the dough into two 8-inch logs that are 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Chill the logs until firm, 1 hour or overnight.
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and line two sheet pans with parchment. Take the logs from the refrigerator and cut each into 18 pieces, about 1/2-inch thick. Arrange the cookies 2 inches apart on the lined sheet pans.
Bake the cookies: If you like a softer cookie, bake 9 to 10 minutes. If you prefer more of a gingersnap texture, bake 11 to 13 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
Store in an airtight, odor-free container for up to 4 to 5 days. The longer they sit, the more you'll taste the chai.
NotesI love to use this cookie for ice cream sandwiches, especially filled with pumpkin pie ice cream. Underbake the cookies to ensure a softer texture.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Cinnamon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chocolate Chip Gingersnap Chai Cookies good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chocolate Chip Gingersnap Chai Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 36 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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