Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies
Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful fusion of warm spices and wholesome oats, providing a guilt-free treat perfect for any time of day. Each chewy bite is infused with the natural sweetness of shredded carrots and honey, making these cookies not only delicious but also nutritious. Enjoy them as an after-school snack or a comforting dessert that brings back memories of cozy kitchen moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine shredded carrots, brown sugar, and honey (or maple syrup) until well mixed.
- Gradually stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg