Description
Healthy Carrot Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of wholesome ingredients and indulgent flavors. These soft, chewy cookies blend the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots with rich chocolate chips, making them a guilt-free treat for any occasion. Perfect for kids and adults alike, they offer a fun way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet snack at home, these cookies will surely be a hit!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup freshly grated carrots (about 2 medium-sized carrots)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour and baking soda.
- 3. In another bowl, mix the melted coconut oil with honey (or maple syrup) until well combined. Stir in the grated carrots.
- 4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- 5. Using an ice cream scoop or two tablespoons, drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- 6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg