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carrot cake oatmeal cookies

Delicious carrot cake oatmeal cookies
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These Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies combine the comforting flavors of carrot cake with the chewy texture of oatmeal cookies. They’re a delicious and healthy treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the grated carrots, nuts (if using), and raisins (if using).
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a cream cheese frosting drizzle, whisk together 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1-2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

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