Low GI Sugar is a fantastic alternative to regular sugar as it is digested and metabolised more slowly. The result of this is a lower and slower rise in blood glucose levels. We are excited to now offer this product in a number of our locally owned stores. Low GI Sugar works great in baked treats, like these deliciously decadent Cranberry and Pistachio Shortbread Cookies. They are the perfect texture and are finished with a drizzle of a little white chocolate. You would never know they are low GI!
180g organic white spelt flour
50g blanched almond meal
½ tsp pink lake salt
240g unsalted butter, softened
140g Low GI Sugar
100g raw pistachios, chopped
170g dried cranberries, chopped
80g white chocolate, melted
4 hours 30 Minutes
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Toast the pistachios in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring often. Chop coarsely and set aside.
1Combine the spelt flour, almond meal and salt together in a mixing bowl.
2In a second bowl use a hand or bench mixer to cream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually add the flour mixture, beating on low speed until just combined. Stir in the chopped cranberries and toasted pistachios.
3Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Divide the mixture into two.
4Place a sheet of baking paper on the counter. Place one half of the dough onto the sheet and form it into a log about 2 – 3 cm in diameter. Tightly roll the baking paper around the log and twist the ends to seal. Repeat the process with the second half of the dough. Place the logs in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
5When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 160°C. Take each log out of the fridge, unwrap and slice into 7mm thick pieces. Arrange on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake for 14 to 17 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Once cooled, drizzle lightly with melted white chocolate.
6Tip: Uncooked logs can be frozen for up to two months in a freezer container, then thawed overnight in the fridge before baking.
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