Healthy carrot cake oatmeal cookies that are easy and delicious
These Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of traditional carrot cake with the wholesome goodness of oatmeal. Perfect for a nutritious snack or a guilt-free dessert!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup raisins or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated carrots, whole wheat flour, honey or maple syrup, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- If using, fold in raisins or walnuts.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies