Healthy Carrot & Currants ~ Oatmeal Cookies

Get your veggies in ~ while having dessert! Soft & chewy oatmeal cookies loaded with healthy carrots, currants & cinnamon. They’ are sure to be a hit!

I’ve learned that it’s hard to go wrong with a cookie. Which means, it’s the perfect sweet treat to doctor up with some “secret ingredients” - in this recipe, the ingredients aren’t so secret - but they for sure add an extra nutrtitious punch!

I used 2 different whole grains in this recipe - oatmeal & whole grain flour. 

If cooking with your child, I strongly encourage you to expand on the healthy ingredients you are adding to this recipe! Not only do children love being kitchen helpers - this is a great way for you to start inspiriting them to love eating in a healthy happy way!!

These cookies have no refined sugar - the maple syrup, cinnamon, carrots and currants offer plenty of yummy sweetness!

These cookies were a hit with kiddos and adults! And it’s so great to be able to add some extra nutrients to a dessert favorite!

Healthy Carrot & Currant Oatmeal Cookies - print this recipe!

These cookies are sure to be a hit - with a little extra healthy kick! Lots of sweet carrots and currants, coupled with hearty whole grain oats make these cookies irresistible. Store any leftovers in an airtight container on the counter for up to a week.

• 1 cup instant oats
• ¾ cup whole grain flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• ¾ cup grated carrots
• 1/4 cup dried currants

 

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Add coconut oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir in the maple syrup..Stir well.
3. Fold in the carrots and currants. 
4. Preheat the oven to 325°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Drop the cookie dough into 14 rounded scoops on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a spatula. 
6.  Bake at 325°F for 12-15 minutes. 

Notes: If you find that your dough is too dry and crumbly - add 1/4 cup of water.  Stir thoroughly and then add more if still needed

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