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Healthy Carrot Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies combine the sweetness of grated carrots with rich chocolate chips, creating a soft and chewy treat that’s both delicious and guilt-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 14 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups finely grated carrot Freshly grated for that natural sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups chocolate chips Use dark or semi-sweet for a richer taste.
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats Make sure to use old-fashioned oats.
  • 1 cup oat flour You can make your own by blending rolled oats.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon For that warm, comforting flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg Freshly grated gives the best flavor.
  • 1 large egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 0.25 cups melted coconut oil Slightly cooled before mixing.
  • 0.25 cups honey or maple syrup Use maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda To give the cookies some lift.
  • a pinch sea salt Enhances all flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the grated carrots and chocolate chips to the dry ingredients and stir to coat.
  4. Pour in the melted coconut oil, honey, and egg, mixing well until combined.
  5. Using a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, form into 14 cookies, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the cookies are light golden brown.
  2. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.