Description
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies, a delightful treat that encapsulates all the flavors of traditional carrot cake in a convenient cookie form. These cookies are not only delicious but also loaded with wholesome ingredients, making them an ideal option for a snack, dessert, or even breakfast on-the-go. The harmonious blend of sweet carrots, hearty oats, and aromatic spices creates an irresistible bite that appeals to everyone, whether you’re enjoying them at a family gathering or during a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup instant oats
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- â…› tsp salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (or unsalted butter), melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ¾ cup freshly grated carrots
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted coconut oil or butter with egg and vanilla; stir in maple syrup.
- Mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined, then fold in grated carrots.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop rounded cookie dough onto the sheet; flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around edges. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg