Description
Whip up healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies! This recipe uses flax egg, applesauce, and oats for a moist, chewy treat. Discover detailed steps and full nutritional facts here.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed meal with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken, creating a "flax egg."
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, and the prepared flax egg until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, and baking soda. Stir until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the finely shredded carrots until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Step 5: Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between cookies. Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Keep your cookies wonderfully fresh by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate them for up to a week.
- If you fancy a warm, soft cookie, gently reheat it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, or for a slightly crispier edge, bake it in a 250°F (120°C) oven for 3-5 minutes.
- These deliciously healthy cookies are perfect as a wholesome breakfast on the go with your coffee, a satisfying afternoon snack, or even a light dessert with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.
- For the best texture and binding, always ensure your "flax egg" gets the full 5 minutes to properly thicken before incorporating it into the wet ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 38g)
- Calories: 148
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 9g