Description

Delight in these Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies, a nutritious twist on the classic treat. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, oats, and freshly grated carrots, these cookies are sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and flavored with warm cinnamon. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert, they offer a moist texture and rich flavor without refined sugar or excessive fats.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup instant oats (gluten-free if necessary)
¾ cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
1 tsp baking powder
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

3 tbsp coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅓ cup pure maple syrup

Additional Ingredients

¾ cup finely grated carrots

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted coconut oil or butter, large egg, and vanilla extract. Then, stir in the pure maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
Incorporate Carrots: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Carefully fold in the finely grated carrots to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
Chill Dough: Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. This helps firm up the dough and enhances the cookie texture.
Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
Shape Cookies: Scoop out the chilled dough into 15 rounded portions and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet. Press each dough ball gently to flatten them to about ½-inch thickness for even baking.
Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies feel firm while the centers remain slightly soft and underdone for moisture.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10–15 minutes to set. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

You can substitute whole wheat flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make these cookies gluten-free.
Ensure the melted coconut oil or butter is cooled before mixing to prevent cooking the egg.
Chilling the dough helps maintain the cookie shape and improves texture.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
For extra texture, add chopped nuts or raisins to the dough if desired.