Low FODMAP Oven Medium

Low FODMAP Ginger Cookies

Soft, chewy ginger cookies with warm spices and a hint of molasses. Perfect for the holidays or with a cup of tea.

Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
12m
Total Time
32m
Servings
24
Low FODMAP Ginger Cookies

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix warm water with chia seeds. Let sit 10 minutes to gel.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Whisk together buckwheat flour, rice flour, xanthan gum, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.

  5. 5

    In another bowl, combine chia mixture, brown sugar, coconut oil, maple syrup, and molasses.

  6. 6

    Stir wet ingredients into dry until a dough forms.

  7. 7

    Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes if too soft.

  8. 8

    Roll dough into 24 balls.

  9. 9

    Roll each ball in turbinado sugar.

  10. 10

    Place on prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.

  11. 11

    Flatten slightly with palm.

  12. 12

    Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.

  13. 13

    Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

FODMAP Notes

Buckwheat is low FODMAP despite its name - it's actually a seed. Brown rice flour is safe. All spices are FODMAP-friendly. Molasses is safe in small amounts.

Tips

  • 💡 Adjust ginger to taste preference
  • 💡 Sandwich with cream cheese frosting for holiday treats
  • 💡 Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated
  • 💡 Cookies soften as they sit

Recipe Notes

These chewy ginger cookies are packed with warming spices. The chia seed “egg” makes them completely egg-free while still achieving a great texture.

Substitutions

  • Chia egg: 1 regular egg
  • Oil: Melted butter
  • Filling: Sandwich with dark chocolate

Storage

  • Room temperature: Keeps 5 days
  • Freezer: Freezes well up to 3 months

FODMAP Stacking Note

Two cookies is a low FODMAP serving. All ingredients are safe in portions shown.

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