Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Vegan Carrot Cake Cookies, where the essence of classic carrot cake meets the convenience of a cookie. These sweet treats are made with wholesome ingredients like finely shredded carrots and aromatic spices, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a casual snack or dessert at gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress everyone with their moist texture and rich flavor. Plus, they’re entirely plant-based, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. Enjoy them as is or elevate them with a creamy vegan frosting for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cup vegan butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup finely shredded carrots
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together brown sugar and vegan butter until smooth. Stir in shredded carrots and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 13 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg