Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies! With a warm, inviting aroma reminiscent of cozy family gatherings, these chewy cookies combine wholesome oats and freshly grated carrots for a guilt-free treat. Perfect as an afternoon snack or a sweet addition to your next gathering, they’re sure to impress everyone with their nostalgic taste and appealing texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, grated carrots, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually fold this into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120 calories
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg