Healthy Carrot Chocolate Chip Cookies
Healthy Carrot Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. These soft, chewy cookies feature a delightful mix of rich dark chocolate chips and moist grated carrots, providing a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet cravings. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies combine wholesome ingredients to create a deliciously unique dessert. Each bite is packed with flavor and nutrients, ensuring everyone will love them!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots and dark chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between cookies.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden at the edges. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg