Gingerbread Collagen Cookies
A Festive Classic with a Collagen Twist
Nothing says holiday season quite like the smell of freshly baked gingerbread cookies wafting through the kitchen. Warm spices, a touch of molasses, and that nostalgic crunch — only this time, with a beauty-boosting upgrade. These Gingerbread Collagen Cookies bring together everything you love about the holidays while sneaking in a scoop of Crushed Tonic Vanilla Bean Collagen Creamer for an extra glow-from-within moment.
Perfect for cozy afternoons, gifting, or a cookie swap, these treats taste indulgent but deliver real benefits for your skin, hair, and joints.
Servings: ~20 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes (+1 hr chill)
Bake Time: 8–10 minutes
Collagen: ~5–10 g per serving (based on ¼ cup total)
ingredients
dry ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- ¼ cup Crushed Tonic Vanilla Bean Collagen Creamer
- 1½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
wet ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ⅓ cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
directions
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Mix dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, collagen powder, and all spices — ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves — plus baking soda and salt. Set aside. -
Cream wet ingredients.
In a separate bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together butter (or coconut oil) and sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. -
Combine wet + dry.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing. Cover and chill for 1 hour to firm up. -
Shape the cookies.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly flour your surface and roll the dough out to ¼-inch thickness. Cut out festive shapes using cookie cutters. -
Bake.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies slightly apart. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. -
Decorate + enjoy.
Once cooled, decorate with royal icing, sprinkles, or crushed candy canes — or enjoy them plain with a cup of warm vanilla milk.
why you’ll love it
- Holiday nostalgia meets wellness: all the cozy spice flavor, none of the guilt.
- Collagen-boosted: helps support skin elasticity, joint health, and hydration.
- Gluten-free + dairy-free friendly: simple swaps make it inclusive for everyone.
- Soft or crispy: customize your bake time to your favorite texture.
make it yours
- Soft + chewy: underbake slightly (8 minutes).
- Crispier: roll thinner and bake 1–2 minutes longer.
- Extra cozy: drizzle with melted white chocolate and crushed pistachios.
- Spiced chai twist: add a pinch of cardamom to the dry mix.
pro tips
- Chill the dough — it helps the cookies hold their shape when baked.
- For even baking, rotate your tray halfway through.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.
faq
Does collagen change the taste or texture?
Not at all — it adds subtle creaminess and blends seamlessly with warm spices.
Can I use a vegan or gluten-free option?
Yes! Substitute coconut oil and flax egg for a vegan version, and use a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix.
What’s the best collagen flavor for this recipe?
Crushed Tonic Vanilla Bean Collagen Creamer enhances the cozy, spiced flavor perfectly.
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