Description
Enjoy a guilt-free treat with these soft and chewy carrot cake oatmeal cookies! Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, maple syrup, and fresh grated carrots, this recipe offers the perfect balance of natural sweetness and warm cinnamon spice. These cookies are easy to make, healthy, and bursting with flavor, ideal for satisfying your sweet cravings any time of day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (100g) instant oats
- ¾ cup (90g) whole wheat or gluten-free flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp (28g) coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120mL) pure maple syrup
- ¾ cup (68g) grated carrots (about 1 medium, peeled)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together coconut oil, egg, and vanilla, then mix in maple syrup.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Fold in grated carrots.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into 14 rounded portions, flatten slightly, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough to ensure cookies don’t spread too much while baking.
- For added flavor, mix in raisins, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time:: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American