Description
These 4 Ingredient Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are a simple and nutritious treat perfect for a quick snack or breakfast. Made with carrot puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, and quick oats, these cookies are naturally sweetened and packed with fiber. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, they are a wholesome alternative to traditional carrot cake desserts.
Ingredients
Cookie Batter
- 1 cup (252 g) carrot puree
- 3 tbsp (1.5 fl oz / 44 ml) maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 3/4 cups (164 g) quick oats
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrot puree, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Stir these together until evenly mixed. Then add the quick oats and mix thoroughly so that the oats are fully coated and the batter thickens slightly. Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes. Optionally, fold in mix-ins such as chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins if desired.
- Shape Cookies: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out about 2 tablespoons of batter for each cookie. Place them spaced approximately 1.5 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet for adequate spreading.
- Flatten and Shape: Use the back of a metal spoon to gently flatten each dough mound and shape them into thick round disks between 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. If the dough sticks to the spoon, lightly wet it with water before shaping. Note that cookies will not spread much during baking, so shape them to your preferred thickness and size.
- Bake: Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, usually around 18 minutes until cookies appear set and no longer wet. They should easily release from the parchment paper or baking mat. Remove from oven and allow to cool before serving.
- Storage: Store any uneaten cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness. Optionally, you can frost the cookies before serving for extra flavor.
Notes
- Carrot puree can be made by steaming or boiling carrots until soft, then blending into a smooth consistency.
- Feel free to add mix-ins like chopped nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips for additional texture and flavor.
- Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven and cookie thickness, so watch for the cookies to look dry and set.
- Cookies will keep well refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for up to one month.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Cookie
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
