Description
Delicious and wholesome cookies made with rolled oats and grated carrots, perfect for snacks or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together until well mixed.
- Mix the grated carrot, applesauce, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in another bowl until fully blended.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until evenly integrated. Fold in chopped nuts and raisins if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or freeze for up to three months.