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Diabetes Friendly Holiday Cookie Recipes

Baking cookies is a large part of the traditions of this holiday season, but when you have diabetes, watching your carb intake is very important. These holiday cookie recipes from the American Diabetes Association are lower in fat and sugar and still taste great. Enjoy the traditional treasures of the holidays.

Holiday Cherry Biscotti

Holiday baking can be a challenge when you or a family member has diabetes. Try this recipe from the American Diabetes Association for Cherry Biscotti, a traditional crunchy cookie with no added fat.

Diabetes Friendly Sugar Cookies

Looking for a low fat, reduced carb Christmas cookie that's diabetes friendly? Try these Holiday Sugar Cookies made with Equal.

Rolled Sugar Cookies

Cut-out cookies are the quintessential holiday cookie. When you're watching your intake of fat and carbs, cookies can become a seasonal challenge. These Rolled Sugar Cookies from the American Diabetes Association have half the fat and less sugar than traditional homemade cut-out cookies. Make these for family and friends, and don't forget to have one yourself.

Healthy & Easy Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

With only 4 ingredients, this is a low-sugar and low-fat peanut butter cookie recipe you can whip up quickly -- and it will taste better than store-bought treats.

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