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Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies! These wholesome treats blend sweet, freshly grated carrots with soft oats and warming cinnamon, creating a flavor reminiscent of classic carrot cake. Ideal for any occasion, whether as a snack, dessert, or quick breakfast on-the-go, these cookies are not only satisfying but also easy to make. Sweetened with pure maple syrup and free from common dietary restrictions, they offer a guilt-free indulgence you can feel good about. Perfect for meal prep, these cookies stay fresh for days, making them an excellent choice for busy lifestyles.

Ingredients

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  • 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 another bowl, mix coconut oil or butter with egg and vanilla; stir in maple syrup.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just incorporated; gently fold in grated carrots.
  4. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the sheet and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden; cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

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