Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies, where wholesome oats meet the sweetness of grated carrots and the warmth of cinnamon. These chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, bringing joy to gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. With just one bite, you’ll experience a blissful blend of textures and flavors that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1/2 cup grated carrots (fresh)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well mixed.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until combined. Fold in grated carrots and any optional add-ins.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined; do not overmix.
- Drop rounded mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for 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
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg