Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies
Enjoy these delightful, nutritious cookies that combine the flavors of carrot cake with the health benefits of oatmeal, making for a perfect treat any time of the day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots Grate finely for better texture.
- 1/2 cup mashed bananas or unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup raisins or walnuts Optional; can substitute with other nuts or seeds.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, grated carrots, mashed bananas or applesauce, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt; stir until well combined.
- If using, fold in the raisins or walnuts.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, grate the carrots finely and store cookies in an airtight container for freshness. Can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.