🥕🍪 The Best Carrot Oatmeal Cookies
✨ Healthy Dessert – No Added Sugar or Gluten!
🍽️ Servings: ~10–12 small cookies
🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins | Bake Time: 20–25 mins
🌡️ Temperature: 350°F (175°C)
📝 Ingredients
- 50g (1.7 oz) raisins
- 150g (5.3 oz) oatmeal (gluten-free oats if needed)
- 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 medium carrot, grated (not listed but essential to the name & recipe)
- ½ tsp cinnamon, or to taste
- 1–2 tbsp coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce (optional, for extra moisture)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
🧑🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Prepare Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine oats, grated carrot, raisins, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and cinnamon.
- Add coconut oil or applesauce if using. Mix until a sticky dough forms. If too dry, add a splash of water or plant milk.
- Shape Cookies:
- Scoop small portions (about a tablespoon) and shape into cookies with your hands or a spoon.
- Place on the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown on the edges.
- Cool & Serve:
- Let cool completely before serving to allow them to firm up.
🍴 Notes & Tips
- Add-ins: Try chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a dash of vanilla extract.
- Sweeter option: If you’re okay with natural sweeteners, a bit of mashed banana or date paste enhances sweetness.
- Crispier version: Bake 5–10 minutes longer, flipping halfway through.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 3–4 days at room temp, or refrigerate up to a week.
🔍 Nutritional Info (Approx. per cookie)
Varies slightly by size and ingredients used
- Calories: 80–100 kcal
- Carbs: 12g
- Sugars: 4g (from raisins)
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Fat: 3.5g
- Gluten-Free ✔ | Sugar-Free ✔ | Dairy-Free ✔ | Vegan-Friendly ✔
✅ Health Benefits
- Carrots: High in beta-carotene (vitamin A), great for eyes and skin.
- Oats: Excellent source of fiber, supports heart and digestive health.
- Raisins: Provide natural sweetness and antioxidants.
- Seeds: Packed with healthy fats, protein, and minerals.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use steel-cut oats instead of rolled oats?
A: Rolled or quick oats work best. Steel-cut oats are too coarse unless pre-cooked.
Q: Can kids eat these?
A: Absolutely! They’re naturally sweet and nutritious—perfect for lunchboxes.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes! Freeze in a ziplock bag for up to 2 months. Thaw or reheat slightly before eating.
Q: Can I blend the mixture for smoother cookies?
A: Yes. For a more uniform texture, pulse everything in a food processor before shaping.
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