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Blood Sugar–Friendly Gingerbread Loaf Cake: A Cozy, Healthy Holiday Treat


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups almond flour (fine)
• ¼ cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp cloves
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ⅓ cup molasses (unsulfured) — use sparingly; opt for low-sugar version if needed
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup or monk fruit syrup (low-glycemic option)
• ⅓ cup melted coconut oil or butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
• Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Optional Glaze (Low-Sugar):
• 2 tbsp powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 tsp lemon juice or water
• ½ tsp vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix molasses, maple syrup (or low-glycemic sweetener), melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with almond milk. Mix until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
  5. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake 40–50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely before slicing.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with low-sugar glaze made by mixing powdered sweetener, lemon juice, and vanilla.

Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or coconut whipped cream!

💡 Tips for Blood Sugar Balance:
→ Pair with protein/fat (e.g., nuts or cheese) when serving
→ Use minimal molasses or substitute with blackstrap (lower sugar, higher nutrients)
→ Monitor individual tolerance to natural sweeteners

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 10 mins , Cook Time : 45 mins , Total Time : 55 mins , Servings : 10 slices , Calories : 190 per slice , Net Carbs: 8g , Fats: 15g , Protein: 6g