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Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Soft, chewy, naturally sweetened oatmeal cookies packed with fresh carrots and warm spices for a wholesome snack or breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 0.75 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.33 cup coconut oil melted
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup carrots finely grated
  • 0.25 cup walnuts optional
  • 0.25 cup raisins optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Mix melted coconut oil and honey until smooth. Add egg and vanilla.
  4. Stir in grated carrots.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Scoop onto baking sheet and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake for soft texture. Store in airtight container or freeze for longer storage.