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Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
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These Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly blend sweet carrots with soft oats and cinnamon. They are easy to make and incredibly delicious, ideal for a wholesome snack or dessert.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup (100g) instant oats
  • ¾ cup (90g) whole wheat flour or gluten-free* flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ 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 (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup (68g) freshly grated carrots (about 1 smallish medium, peeled first!)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

    2. In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut oil or butter, egg, and vanilla. Stir in maple syrup until thoroughly incorporated.

  2. Add the flour mixture, stirring just until incorporated. Fold in the carrots. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  4. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
  5. Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the sheet. Flatten slightly with a spatula. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Cool on the sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Extreme care in measuring oats and flour is important for perfect texture.
  • Use freshly grated carrots, not store-bought pre-shredded ones.
  • Do not over-bake; cookies should be slightly soft in the center.
  • If flimsy, let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Instant oats can be made by pulsing rolled oats in a food processor.
  • Various flour alternatives can be used, but measure carefully.
  • Saigon cinnamon is recommended for a richer flavor.
  • Substitute options are provided for various dietary needs.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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