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Embracing the cherished tradition of holiday baking brings joy to the season, especially when crafting your family’s favorite cookies. My Einkorn Christmas cookies recipe captures the essence of the holidays, filling the air with the warm and comforting scent of ginger and cinnamon as they bake in the oven. Einkorn cookies are a heartwarming way to celebrate the spirit of the holidays. Let’s get baking!

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Einkorn Christmas Cookies

Savoring the first bite of a holiday cookie made with quality ingredients is a joy that resonates deeply. Witnessing the delight on the faces of loved ones is priceless, and the fulfillment of providing treats free from GMOs and mysterious additives adds a genuine sense of accomplishment to the baker’s soul.

My passion for Einkorn flour goes beyond its delightful taste; it’s been a transformative blessing for my family. Discovering Einkorn wheat opened a door to enjoying foods we’d missed for a long time. What’s even more heartening is that friends with gluten intolerance disorders can relish these Christmas cookies without any concerns.

Granny taught me to cook without any written recipes. She many times did not even use a measuring spoon or cup. I had very few “recipes” that I followed until we started using Einkorn wheat. Because it’s different from modern wheat varieties, it takes a little adjusting to.

If you’re just learning to cook with Einkorn wheat, we’ve got some tips that will help you avoid wasting ingredients and save you some time. It’s best to start out using recipes designed for Einkorn wheat flour and there are loads of them online. If you want to just dive into converting your own favorite recipes, we have a helpful conversion chart to help you.

In the spirit of flexibility, all my Einkorn flour recipes can seamlessly adapt to your favorite all-purpose flour, feel free to embrace it. The results will be just as delightful.

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Homemade Einkorn Christmas Cookies Recipe

Makes: 16 cookies (more or less depending on the size you want)

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, natural baking soda, and salt.
  3. Now, in a larger bowl, blend together the butter, sugar, brown sugar, molasses, ginger, allspice, and cinnamon until the mixture is well incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg thoroughly, then add it to the sugar and spice mixture. Stir until the ingredients are smoothly combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until there are no visible dry spots.
  6. Allow the cookie dough to rest for 15 minutes to let the flour absorb the moist ingredients.
  7. On a small plate, spread out 5 tablespoons of sugar.
  8. Shape the dough into 1 1⁄2-inch balls, making approximately 16 in total.
  9. Roll each dough ball in the sugar, making sure to evenly coat.
  10. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the cookies spread and feel just slightly firm to the touch. Remember, these cookies are darker in color, so touch is the best indicator of readiness.
  12. After baking, let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack for complete cooling.
  13. The cookies can be stored in an airtight container for 4-5 days or refrigerated for a week. If you do refrigerate them, allow them to come to room temperature before you eat them for the best flavor.

There you have it – simple, easy, homemade Einkorn Christmas Cookies. Feel free to tailor the ginger, allspice, and cinnamon to suit your taste preferences. In my household, my youngest isn’t a big fan of ginger, so I whip up a special batch with just one teaspoon in it for him.

Now, I’ve never personally met someone who doesn’t adore allspice (and who could blame them?), but rumor has it they exist. If, by some chance, you have such a soul in your circle, you can skip the allspice entirely. Isn’t it wonderful when recipes give you the flexibility to make them uniquely yours?

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Homemade Einkorn Christmas Cookies

Christmas is the traditional time to indulge in the bliss of baking all your family's favorite holiday cookies. This easy, homemade Einkorn Christmas cookies recipe is my favorite. Nothing says “Holiday Time!” like the aroma of ginger and cinnamon Einkorn cookies baking in the oven.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 25 minutes mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes mins

Resting and Cooling Time: 45 minutes mins

Servings: 16

Calories: 103kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups (300g) All-purpose Einkorn flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ – 1 tsp real salt
  • 10 Tbsp(138g) unsalted butter - melted
  • ½ – ¾ cup(100g) sugar - plus 5 Tbs extra sugar for dusting
  • cup brown sugar - packed
  • 2 Tbs molasses - unsulphured
  • 2 ½ tsp ginger powder
  • ¼ tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour,natural baking soda, and salt.

  • Now, in a larger bowl, blend together the butter, sugar, brown sugar, molasses, ginger, allspice, and cinnamon until the mixture is well incorporated.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg thoroughly, then add it to the sugar and spice mixture. Stir until the ingredients are smoothly combined.

  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until there are no visible dry spots.

  • Allow the cookie dough to rest for 15 minutes to let the flour absorb the moist ingredients.

  • On a small plate, spread out 5 tablespoons of sugar.

  • Shape the dough into 1 1⁄2-inch balls, making approximately 16 in total.

  • Roll each dough ball in the sugar, making sure to evenly coat.

  • Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.

  • Bake for 15-18 minutes until the cookies spread and feel just slightly firm to the touch. Remember, these cookies are darker in color, so touch is the best indicator of readiness.

  • After baking, let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack for complete cooling.

  • The cookies can be stored in an airtight container for 4-5 days or refrigerated for a week. If you do refrigerate them, allow them to come to room temperature before you eat them for the best flavor.

Notes

There you have it – simple, easy, homemade Einkorn Christmas Cookies. Feel free to tailor the ginger, allspice, and cinnamon to suit your taste preferences. In my household, my youngest isn’t a big fan of ginger, so I whip up a special batch with just one teaspoon in it for him.

Now, I’ve never personally met someone who doesn’t adore allspice (and who could blame them?), but rumor has it they exist. If, by some chance, you have such a soul in your circle, you can skip the allspice entirely. Isn’t it wonderful when recipes give you the flexibility to make them uniquely yours?

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Einkorn Christmas Cookies

Serving Size

1 g

Amount per Serving

Calories

103

Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Fat

8

g

12

%

Saturated Fat

5

g

31

%

Trans Fat

1

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1

g

Cholesterol

30

mg

10

%

Sodium

294

mg

13

%

Potassium

54

mg

2

%

Carbohydrates

8

g

3

%

Fiber

1

g

4

%

Sugar

6

g

7

%

Protein

1

g

2

%

Vitamin A

246

IU

5

%

Vitamin C

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

15

mg

2

%

Iron

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

FAQ for Einkorn Cookie Recipes

  • Can I use all-purpose flour instead of Einkorn flour in your recipes?
    • Absolutely! If you prefer using all-purpose flour, feel free to make the swap. The recipes should work just fine.
  • Are Einkorn Christmas Cookies suitable for those with gluten intolerance?
    • Yes! Einkorn flour has been a game-changer for our friends with gluten intolerance disorders. They’ve enjoyed these Christmas cookies without any issues.
  • Can I adjust the spice levels in the cookies?
    • Absolutely, it’s your kitchen! Adjust the ginger, allspice, and cinnamon to match your taste preferences. I even make a special batch with less ginger for my youngest son.
  • How do I store Einkorn Christmas Cookies?
    • Store Einkorn cookies in an airtight container for 4-5 days for up to a week. If refrigerated, let them come to room temperature before indulging for the best taste.
  • What is Einkorn flour, and why use it in cookie recipes?
    • Einkorn flour is an ancient wheat variety that’s less processed and often better tolerated by those with mild gluten sensitivity. Using Einkorn in cookies provides a unique flavor and potentially makes them more digestible. Our article on what Einkorn flour is can provide more information.
  • Can I substitute Einkorn flour for all-purpose flour in any cookie recipe?
    • In most cases, yes! You can generally swap Einkorn flour for all-purpose flour in your favorite cookie recipes. However, be mindful of potential adjustments to liquid content.
  • Does Einkorn flour affect the taste of cookies?
    • Yes, and in a delightful way! Einkorn flour has a slightly nutty and wholesome flavor, adding depth to your cookies. It complements traditional cookie recipes beautifully.
  • Can I adjust the sugar content in Einkorn cookie recipes?
    • Absolutely! Feel free to adjust sugar levels based on your preference. Keep in mind that sugar not only sweetens but contributes to the texture of the cookies, so make alterations thoughtfully.
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In the warm glow of holiday traditions, there’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked Einkorn Christmas Cookies wafting through the kitchen. These simple, homemade delights not only bring joy to your loved ones but also offer a healthier twist with the goodness of Einkorn flour. So, gather around, bake a batch, and savor the season with every delicious bite!

We hope you enjoy these cookies as much as we do.

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FAQs

Can you substitute einkorn flour for all-purpose flour? ›

Usually, but with a few changes. When substituting einkorn for all-purpose flour in a recipe, you would want to decrease the amount of liquids. In some recipes like pancakes, cakes, cookies, and muffins, you may be able to substitute einkorn for whole wheat flour.

Does einkorn flour bake differently? ›

Because einkorn contains less starch than regular wheat, cakes can bake a bit denser so we like to add an extra egg or egg white to the batter. Beat less and at lower speed or by hand for lighter textures in cakes and muffin recipes.

Why is my einkorn dough so sticky? ›

I'm using freshly grounded whole grain Einkorn flour in the video, which can be much stickier. ✨ Einkorn has very weak gluten, therefore the dough won't be very elastic, hence the stickiness. The more you knead and work your dough, the more sticky it will be.

What is the difference between whole grain einkorn and all-purpose einkorn? ›

All-purpose flour is not the same as whole grain flour. Whole flour means nothing has been removed. All-purpose flour means the ash and germ have been removed to give it the white (instead of light brown) appearance. We now offer Freshly Milled 100% Whole Grain Einkorn Flour, as well.

Does einkorn flour spike blood sugar? ›

Virgin Wheat flour uses the grain einkorn rather than regular refined wheat grains. It is non-processed, non-hybridized, non-GMO and has a low glycemic load, meaning it won't spike your blood sugar level.

Does einkorn flour need more or less water? ›

Einkorn may be substituted cup for cup with regular whole wheat flour in some muffin, pancake, cakes, and cookie recipes. However, sometimes the amount of liquid in the recipe needs to be reduced by roughly 15-20%. Einkorn absorbs liquids slower than modern wheat.

Does einkorn flour go rancid? ›

Properly stored, einkorn berries (unmilled) last for years, making it more affordable to stock up. Flour oxidizes and loses its nutrients over time. If not kept properly, flour will go rancid. Milling einkorn flour at home is easier than ever, thanks to modern electric countertop mills.

What is another name for einkorn flour? ›

The domestic form is known as "petit épeautre" in French, "Einkorn" in German, "einkorn" or "littlespelt" in English, "piccolo farro" in Italian and "escanda menor" in Spanish. The name refers to the fact that each spikelet contains only one grain.

Can gluten intolerance eat einkorn flour? ›

One of the most common questions we get “Is einkorn safe for me?” Einkorn is wheat and it is not recommended for those with Celiac disease. However for those who are not celiac, but are gluten sensitive, einkorn can be a great solution. You may have heard it is very low in gluten.

Should you sift einkorn flour? ›

Sifting makes the einkorn flour much easier to mix into the other ingredients without lumps forming. This is especially important for einkorn flour because it is slower to absorb the liquids in the recipe than regular all-purpose flour and you can end up with dry flour clumps if not careful.

Why is my einkorn bread so dense? ›

The basic formula is: 24 ounces of water by weight, 32 ounces flour by weight, or 750 grams water/1,000 grams flour. But because the gluten is lower, the rise was less exuberant, the resting loaf spread sideways, and the result was denser than what I get with white all-purpose flour.

What is the flavor of einkorn? ›

Einkorn's flavor is similar to commercial wheat, though it imparts a deeper, nutty and toasty essence. That's why einkorn flour works so well in warm, comforting dishes like pancakes and banana bread. Whole einkorn berries are also similar to regular wheat berries, and offer a pleasing crunch when heated and popped.

Is einkorn flour inflammatory? ›

And, einkorn is usually easier to digest for most people. Typical modern wheat can contribute to inflammation and gut damage. In lab studies, einkorn bread actually had anti-inflammatory properties. It's also high in polyphenols and antioxidants.

Why is einkorn flour so expensive? ›

Einkorn is one of a few wheats that are “hulled.” In hulled wheats, the grain is tightly enclosed by a kind of husk as it grows. This hull has to be removed before the grains can be eaten. This is no small feat and is part of the reason einkorn is more expensive.

Which is better, einkorn or spelt? ›

There is a lot of crossover between the two–not surprising considering they are varieties of the same grain. However, einkorn is a more pure variety, so it's easier on our digestive systems, and it contains more dense nutrition than spelt.

What is the closest substitute to all-purpose flour? ›

Either cake flour or pastry flour can be used as a 1:1 substitute for all-purpose flour in most baking recipes. Steer away from cake flour for chewy bread baking, though, and opt instead for bread or whole-wheat flour for your no-knead and sourdough loaves.

Should einkorn flour be sifted before measuring? ›

Si t your packaged einkorn lour through a fine sieve or lour si ter before measuring. Just like with all flours, sifting packaged einkorn flour will give you a much more accurate measurment.

What flour can I use if I don't have all-purpose flour? ›

Bread flour and cake flour—on their own or mixed together—can substitute for all-purpose. Just take note that each flour is best used in specific types of recipes.

Is einkorn flour healthier than all-purpose flour? ›

Einkorn wheat is an ancient wheat grain that's healthier than modern wheat. That's partly due to its much lower gluten content. It's not gluten-free, but it is lower in gluten and possibly easier on the digestive system than traditional wheat flour.

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