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Healthy Carrot Oatmeal Cookies with Yogurt Frosting

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These soft and wholesome cookies are packed with shredded carrots, oats, and warm spices, making them a nutritious twist on a classic treat. Topped with a creamy yogurt frosting and a sprinkle of natural color, they’re perfect for a guilt-free snack or breakfast bite that still feels like dessert.

Ingredients

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  • For the cookies:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or raisins (optional)
  • For the yogurt frosting:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional topping:
  • A pinch of orange zest or natural carrot powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil with honey, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Stir in the grated carrots and combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in walnuts or raisins if using.
  5. Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls and place on baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden and firm around the edges. Cool on a rack.
  7. Meanwhile, whisk all yogurt frosting ingredients until smooth.
  8. Once cookies are cool, frost each one and sprinkle with zest or natural powder.

Notes

  • Store unfrosted cookies at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate frosted cookies.
  • Substitute almond flour for gluten-free version.
  • Use dairy-free yogurt and cream cheese for a vegan adaptation (along with flax egg).
  • Double the batch and freeze extras for busy mornings.

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