Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of these Simple Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of sweet carrots, warm spices, and chewy oats, making for a perfect guilt-free treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not just a nostalgic recipe but also a modern twist on a classic favorite. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or packed in your lunchbox for a satisfying snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup grated fresh carrots
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and add grated carrots and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg