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Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies
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Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, grated carrots, and warm spices. These cookies offer a cozy carrot cake flavor in a portable treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or guilt-free dessert. Easy to make with pantry staples, they balance flavor, texture, and nutrition beautifully.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated carrots (finely shredded)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/3 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Finely grate the carrots and chop any nuts if using. Measure all your dry and wet ingredients separately to streamline baking.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg with vanilla extract. Add the grated carrots and mix well, adding moisture and binding power.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing. Fold in nuts and raisins if using.
  5. Scoop and bake: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  6. Cool and enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to set without breaking.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots for best moisture and flavor.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges brown slightly but centers are still soft.
  • Keep cookie portions uniform for even baking and texture.
  • Toast nuts lightly to enhance flavor and crunch.
  • Optional: Refrigerate dough for 20-30 minutes to deepen flavors.

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