If you love the warm, spiced crunch of a classic gingernut biscuit but want a healthier, blood sugar-friendly alternative, you’re in for a treat. My version of this nostalgic biscuit is lower GI, gut-friendly, and packed with nutrients—while still delivering that satisfying crunch and deep ginger flavour we all crave.

Why This Recipe is a Game-Changer

Unlike traditional gingernuts, which rely on refined flour, sugar, and butter, this version is designed to support stable blood sugar levels, gut health, and overall well-being. Here’s how:

✅ Oat Flour & Ground Almonds → Higher in fibre and lower GI than white flour, making these biscuits more blood sugar-friendly. Almonds also add healthy fats for a satisfying texture.

✅ Xylitol + Inulin → Xylitol keeps sweetness without spiking glucose, and inulin is a prebiotic fibre that feeds good gut bacteria.

✅ Naturli Vegan Block → A plant-based fat alternative with a better nutritional profile than butter, offering a mix of healthy fats, including omega-3s.

✅ Vegan Honey or Chicory Root Syrup → A refined sugar-free sweetener with a lower glycaemic impact, helping to keep energy levels steady.

✅ Chia Egg Option → Adds omega-3s and boosts digestion while keeping the recipe vegan-friendly.

These swaps make for a biscuit that’s not only delicious but also much kinder to your body.

The Recipe: Crunchy, Spiced, and Completely Guilt-Free

Ingredients (Makes 30 biscuits)

• 300g (10½ oz) oat flour (or 150g oat flour + 150g spelt flour for extra crunch)

• 50g (1¾ oz) ground almonds (adds healthy fats and a light texture)

• Pinch of salt

• 150g (5¼ oz) xylitol (or 100g xylitol + 50g inulin for gut health)

• 1 tbsp ground ginger (for that signature warming spice)

• 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (helps with rise and crispness)

• 125g (4½ oz) Naturli Vegan Block (for the best fat profile)

• 75g (2½ oz) vegan honey (or chicory root syrup for the lowest GI)

• 1 egg (or chia egg: 1 tbsp ground chia seeds + 3 tbsp water, mixed and left for 5 mins to thicken)

• 1 tsp grated orange zest (adds a subtle citrusy depth to the ginger spice)

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, ground almonds, salt, xylitol, inulin (if using), ginger, and bicarbonate of soda.
Melt Butter & Syrup
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the Naturli Vegan Block with the vegan honey (or chicory root syrup). Stir gently until fully combined, then remove from heat.
Combine Wet & Dry
Let the butter mixture cool slightly, then pour it into the dry ingredients.
Add Egg & Orange Zest
Stir in the egg (or chia egg) and orange zest, mixing well until a soft dough forms.
Shape & Flatten
Roll the dough into 30 even-sized balls and place them well apart on the baking trays. Flatten them slightly with your fingers.
Bake to Perfection
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. If you prefer extra crunchy gingernuts, leave them in for a few minutes longer.
Cool & Enjoy!

Transfer to a wire rack and let them cool completely before enjoying their perfect crunch.

Why You’ll Love These Healthy Gingernuts

Not only do these biscuits taste incredible, but they also work with your body rather than against it.

✔️ Low Glycaemic Impact – No refined sugar, stabilising blood sugar levels and preventing energy crashes.

✔️ Gut-Friendly – Inulin and fibre from oat flour and almonds support digestion and gut bacteria.

✔️ Crispy & Flavourful – Just as crunchy as traditional gingernuts, with an added hint of citrus to enhance the ginger warmth.

✔️ Vegan & Dairy-Free Option – Swap the egg for a chia egg, and these biscuits become completely plant-based.

Storage & Serving Suggestions

• Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks—though they rarely last that long!

• Serve with a cup of tea or dunk into your favourite plant-based milk for the ultimate treat.

• Crumble over Greek yoghurt or protein ice cream for a high-protein, crunchy topping.

Final Thoughts: A Healthier Way to Enjoy a Classic Treat

With all the warmth and spice of traditional gingernuts but none of the refined sugar or processed flour, this recipe is proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean compromising on flavour. Whether you’re looking for a better-for-you biscuit, a blood sugar-friendly snack, or just an excuse to bake something delicious, these are the ultimate guilt-free indulgence.

Let me know if you try this recipe—I’d love to hear how they turn out!

The Ultimate Healthy Gingernuts: A Guilt-Free, Crunchy Classic