Do you love peppermint? Tis the season for these merry meringues with fresh flavor. From eatbetteramerica.

Takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes from start to finish

Submitted by JEWITCH

This cookie is a holiday tradition in our family. This recipe is not usually low in calories, fat or sugar. However, I have altered this recipe to be lower in all of those things, especially the sugar. This is a good sized cookie so one indulgence is enough! Enjoy!

Submitted by JAN11661

These cookies get two thumbs up in terms of nutrition!

Thumbprint cookies are a tradition during the holidays, but this one offers extra nutrients, lower fat and great flavor.

This recipe uses some ingredients that might be new to you. Spelt flour is available in small bags in the baking aisle at large grocery stores, and agave nectar is found at health food stores or online. (Some larger supermarkets might also carry it.) Agave nectar is a natural sweetener that has a lower glycemic index than sugar, but you can sub honey.

You may substitute your favorite low-fat granola cereal for the Ezekiel 4:9, but be sure the granola does not contain any fruit, which will affect the texture of the cookie. I used a Superfruit Spread from Trader Joe's, but a fruit-juice sweetened preserve will work just as well. Because spelt takes some time to absorb liquid, it is best to refrigerate this dough overnight.

This recipe was created by Patricia Huller C.C.E., M.Ed., a culinary instructor and healthy baking expert from Cincinnati State's Midwest Culinary Institute, especially for SparkRecipes.

Submitted by PHULLER

healthy, delicous and would make a good healthy gift for that person that you don't know what to them

Submitted by ARMYMOM46

Move over, gingerbread. There's a new favorite treat on the holiday cookie tray!

Submitted by PHULLER

At only 53 calories a piece, these soft cookies are sure to please!

Submitted by COOKINNANCY

adapted from a friend's recipe

Submitted by ASLANSCUB

These meringues are a fun treat when served with low-fat vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Serve these holiday cookies with a cup of tea or lowfat vanilla ice cream.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These cut-out cookies are a stand-in for gingerbread. Their sweet cinnamon taste is a nice change from the strong spices often used in holiday cookies.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These cookies are packed full of whole grains and fiber to fill you up and keep you satisfied. They're great for snacks and suitable for those with diabetes!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Pumpkin is subbed for butter in this lowfat treat! Cranberries and almonds add flavor and nutrition!

Submitted by CMWELLS83

Traditional cookies get a tasty twist!

Submitted by PHULLER

These cookies get a boost of nutrition from dried cherries, blueberries and cranberries.

Submitted by PHULLER

Banana and oatmeal are a perfect pair in these not-too-sweet treats.

You'll never know these cookies are lower in fat! Customize your cookies by using any flavor of "chips" you prefer!

Submitted by PHULLER

These peanut butter cookies have the best flavor! They look and taste just like cookies made with flour. Plus, they are gluten and dairy free!

Submitted by BRITTLE93

This is a wholesome chewy cookie that satisfies the sweet tooth, but isn't just empty calories--it's a great way to incorporate whole grains. Substitute a multi-grain mix for added nutrition and fiber. Add mini chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or coconut for variation.

Submitted by LIVE_TO_LOVE

Italian Cookie

Submitted by MICADEANN

1 Point. Indulge your sweet tooth by biting into crisp mini chocolate cookies packed with melted pockets of chocolate chips.

Submitted by BELLATROTTA

An early recipe for Girl Scout (TM) cookies, provided by Stacy Conradt

Submitted by SLAVE-TO-CATS

Homemade Girl Scout cookies with a healthier twist. Note: You can use Ritz crackers instead of making the cookies.

Submitted by KJENKS85

These taste pretty close to the girl scout cookie--Savannah Cookie

Submitted by VICKYJBIRD