Best 4 Hermit Cookies Diabetic Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of diabetic-friendly hermit cookies, a symphony of flavors that cater to your sweet cravings without compromising your health goals. These cookies are crafted with wholesome ingredients and a touch of ingenuity, making them suitable for individuals with diabetes and those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional treats.

Our collection of hermit cookie recipes offers a delightful variety, ranging from the classic oatmeal hermit cookies, bursting with oats and raisins, to the chewy chocolate chip hermit cookies, where gooey chocolate chips steal the show. For those with a nuttier preference, the pecan hermit cookies are a must-try, while the golden hermit cookies, with their hint of molasses, offer a nostalgic charm. Additionally, we present gluten-free and keto-friendly variations, ensuring that everyone can partake in this delightful experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HERMIT COOKIES



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield about 18 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
Zest of 1 orange
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 large egg whites or a combination of 4 teaspoons meringue powder mixed with 1/4 cup water
1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped out

Steps:

  • For the cookies: Whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, allspice and ginger in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Beat the butter, brown sugar and molasses together in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the vanilla, eggs and orange zest. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix until incorporated. Add the spiced flour mixture and beat until the dough just comes together. Fold in the chocolate chips. Scoop the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and refrigerate on a plate or baking sheet until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, adjust the oven racks to the top and lower third of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Arrange the chilled dough balls about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until the tops of the hermits are no longer glossy and the edges are firm, 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes and then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  • For the glaze: While the cookies cool, mix the confectioners' sugar, egg whites and vanilla seeds in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until smooth and shiny.
  • Transfer the glaze to a piping bag and pipe stripes onto the cooled hermits. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

HERMITS



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The aromatic blend of spices, brown sugar and coffee has made these easy, totable cookies a popular choice for years.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup cold coffee
2 eggs
3 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups raisins
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix brown sugar, shortening, butter, coffee and eggs in large bowl. Stir in flour, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon and salt. Stir in raisins and nuts.
  • Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until almost no indentation remains when touched in center. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 45 mg

HERMITS



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Dress up a cookie plate with these old-fashioned spice bars full of raisins, molasses, cinnamon, ginger and nuts. Then dip the chewy treats in coffee or hot cocoa on frosty days. It's said the cookies are called "hermits" because you can hide them out of sight, just like hermits, for days. They'll be just as good-maybe even better as the flavors blend and develop! -Jeri Tirmenstein, Apache Junction, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 14 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup raisins
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup molasses
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 large egg white or 2 tablespoons egg substitute
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cover raisins with boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain and set aside. , Whisk together next 6 ingredients. In another bowl, combine molasses, butter, egg white and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and raisins (batter will be wet)., Divide batter in half; spread each half (wetting hands, if necessary) into a 12x2-in. rectangle 2 in. apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until edges are lightly browned and set, 10-15 minutes., Transfer rectangles to a cutting board; with a serrated knife, cut diagonally into 1-1/2-in. bars. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HERMIT COOKIES



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This version of this delicious cookie is quite different than the others already posted. With an old fashioned flavour they will have your kids coming back for more. It's my husband's favorite cookie!

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h7m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 1/2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped nuts
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups margarine, softened
2 eggs
1/2 cup molasses
sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Mix the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, raisins and nuts in a bowl. Cream 2 cups sugar, margarine and eggs in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses. Add the flour mixture and mix well. Chill, covered, for 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 325*F.
  • Shape the dough into fingersize pieces. Roll in sugar. Arrange on greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 7 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1985.9, Fat 90, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 2636.1, Carbohydrate 279, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 147, Protein 25.6

Tips:

  • Use a sugar substitute. This recipe uses granulated sugar substitute, which is a 1:1 replacement for sugar. You can also use other sugar substitutes, such as stevia or monk fruit, but you may need to adjust the amount you use.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them to keep their shape and prevent them from becoming too soft.

Conclusion:

These diabetic hermit cookies are a delicious and healthy treat that can be enjoyed by people with diabetes and non-diabetics alike. They are made with wholesome ingredients and are sweetened with a sugar substitute, making them a guilt-free snack or dessert.

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