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Healthy Carrot Oatmeal Cookies

These carrot oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened—perfect for a wholesome snack or light dessert. Made with simple ingredients like oats, almond flour, and real carrots, they’re diabetic-friendly, vegetarian, and can be made gluten-free with certified GF oats.
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 112.4kcal
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup carrot finely grated (about 2 medium carrots)
  • ¼ cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowls (1 large, 1 medium)
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Cooling rack

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine oats, almond flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, and salt.
    1 cup rolled oats, ½ cup almond flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt
  • In another bowl, whisk egg, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
    1 large egg, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Stir grated carrot into the wet ingredients, then fold in the dry mixture until just combined. Fold in the pecans.
    1 cup carrot, ¼ cup pecans
  • Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared sheet, flattening slightly.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are golden and centres are set.
  • Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Tips

  • Shred Carrots Finely: For the best texture and even distribution, use a fine grater.
  • Customize Sweeteners: Use sugar-free maple syrup for a lower-carb option or adjust the amount for personal preference.
  • Add-ins: Consider adding a small amount of unsweetened shredded coconut or chia seeds for extra texture and nutrition.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer shelf life.
  • Texture Adjustments: If batter feels too wet, let it rest for 5–10 minutes; oats will absorb some moisture.
  • Nut-Free Option: Replace nuts with sunflower or pumpkin seeds to keep it allergen-friendly.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Healthy Carrot Oatmeal Cookies
Serving Size
 
1 cookie
Amount per Serving
Calories
112.4
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.8
g
5
%
Trans Fat
 
0.002
g
Cholesterol
 
15.5
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
80.4
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
86.4
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
10.6
g
4
%
Fiber
 
1.8
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3.9
g
4
%
Protein
 
2.7
g
5
%
Vitamin C
 
0.7
mg
1
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
37.7
mg
4
%
Iron
 
0.7
mg
4
%
Magnesium
 
15
mg
4
%
Zinc
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.