Description
These delicious Carrot Cake Cookies combine the warm flavors of a classic carrot cake into a convenient, handheld treat. Made with wholesome ingredients like grated carrots, rolled oats, almond flour, and sweetened with maple syrup, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and texture. Great for a snack or dessert, they’re easy to prepare and bake, making them ideal for a quick yet nourishing homemade treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies don’t stick and bake evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add grated carrots, rolled oats, almond flour, maple syrup, raisins, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, creating the cookie dough.
- Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form the dough into 12 evenly sized portions. Place each onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten the tops with the back of a spoon to encourage even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown and the cookies feel firm to the touch.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set properly and enhances their texture.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit walnuts or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey if preferred.
- Ensure carrots are finely grated for the best texture and moisture distribution in the cookies.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling a pinch of ground ginger or cloves into the dough.
