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🥕🍪✨ Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies Recipe – Soft, Chewy & Spiced to Perfection!

If you love carrot cake but don’t have time to bake a whole one, these Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are your new go-to treat! 🍰➡️🍪 Soft, chewy, and filled with warm spices, shredded carrots, and oats, these cookies taste just like your favorite carrot cake — but in a handheld, easy-to-make form. With a hint of cinnamon, brown sugar, and optional cream cheese drizzle, each bite is cozy, comforting, and perfectly balanced. They’re wholesome enough for a snack but delicious enough to feel like dessert. Perfect for Easter brunch, afternoon tea, lunchboxes, or fall baking sessions, these cookies are simple, quick, and packed with flavor. 🥕💛
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

For About 20 Cookies:
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup finely grated carrots about 2 medium
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • ¼ cup raisins optional
  • For Optional Cream Cheese Drizzle:
  • 2 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 Tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 tsp milk to thin if needed
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Preheat & Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugars
  1. In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Add Wet Ingredients
  1. Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until combined.
  2. Fold in grated carrots, nuts, and raisins (if using).
Scoop & Bake
  1. Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft.
Cool & Glaze
  1. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  2. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze once fully cooled, if desired.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Keep up to 5 days for extra freshness.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months (with or without glaze).
Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for that fresh-baked texture.
🥄 Variations
Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Vegan: Substitute butter with coconut oil and egg with flaxseed meal.
Pineapple Twist: Add 2 tablespoons of crushed pineapple for tropical sweetness.
Coconut Carrot Cookies: Stir in ¼ cup shredded coconut.
Healthy Breakfast Cookies: Reduce sugar slightly and add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds.
❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
Yes, but the texture will be slightly softer.
Do I need to peel the carrots?
Not necessarily—just wash them well before grating.
Can I skip the nuts and raisins?
Absolutely! The cookies will still be soft and flavorful.
Can I use pre-shredded carrots?
It’s best to grate fresh ones for moisture and flavor.
Can I add frosting instead of drizzle?
Yes, spread cream cheese frosting on top for extra indulgence.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes—chill for up to 24 hours before baking.
How do I keep them soft?
Store with a slice of bread in the container to retain moisture.
Can I make them smaller or larger?
Sure—adjust baking time by 1–2 minutes accordingly.
Can I add chocolate chips?
Yes! White or dark chocolate chips pair beautifully with the spices.
Do these taste like carrot cake?
Yes — they’re chewy, spiced, and lightly sweet with that same comforting carrot cake flavor.
🏁 Conclusion
These Easy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect cross between a cozy oatmeal cookie and your favorite carrot cake — chewy, tender, and perfectly spiced. With wholesome oats, sweet carrots, and a hint of cinnamon, they’re simple enough for everyday baking yet special enough to share at brunch or bake sales.
Enjoy them plain for a wholesome snack or topped with cream cheese drizzle for dessert-level deliciousness. 🥕🍪✨