Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies. Each soft, chewy bite bursts with the sweetness of grated carrots and warm spices, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Bursting with nutrients from oats and carrots, these cookies are not just delicious but also guilt-free. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or freeze for later enjoyment!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat brown sugar and egg until fluffy; mix in grated carrots.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing. If desired, add raisins or nuts for extra texture.
- Drop rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg