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Friday Food Face Off: Ginger Snaps vs. SPELT Ginger Snaps

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Even rehabbers can allow themselves some treats without breaking the rules.  If you like a few biscuits with your tea, then I highly recommend ShaSha Co. Spelt Ginger Snaps.  

Not only are they certified organic snaps, but they do not contain trans fats and are cholesterol free. There is a warning on the bag that there may be traces of egg and soy, but for the average rehabber I think these are okay.  

To look at, the ShaSha snaps are quite different from ‘regular’ ginger snaps. There are no sparkling sugar crystals, they are considerably smaller (and heart-shaped).   Since they do not contain much molasses they are pale and not quite as appealing to look at. 

It goes without saying that they are pricier (about $1.00 more), but they have considerably less sugar, calories and fat.  Obviously, these snaps are treats and I will not eat them every day, but I thought it was a good fit for a face off. 

The final verdict: Thumbs Up for ShaSha Ginger Snaps.

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