Pecan-Spice Cookies (grain-free + refined sugar-free)

These warmly spiced pecan cookies were created for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), but they are a delicious option for anyone wanting to bake with more nutrient-dense whole-food ingredients. Replacing the refined flour and sugar found in traditional cookies with nutrient-rich alternatives is a simple way to bring more nourishment into everyday baking while still enjoying something sweet. These cookies provide protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, and other important nutrients. Their warm spice flavor makes them especially delicious during the cooler months, and they are perfect for an afternoon snack or tucked into school lunches.