Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and white sugar with the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the grated carrot.
- Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 250 calories (based on the given ingredients).
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies combine the flavors of carrot cake and oatmeal cookies, creating a unique and delicious treat.
- The cookies are soft, yet slightly crispy around the edges, with a hint of carrot sweetness and vanilla flavor.
- The oats add a crunchy texture and provide a satisfying chew.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of carrot and oatmeal is unexpected but absolutely delicious." - John Doe
- "I love how these cookies are both sweet and healthy, they're perfect for an afternoon snack." - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are a great way to incorporate more vegetables into my diet, I can't get enough of them!" - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh carrots and grate them finely to ensure even distribution in the cookie dough.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies. Mix until just combined.
- For best results, use a good quality vanilla extract. Avoid using artificial vanilla flavorings.
