No Bake Carrot Cake Cookies

This no-bake carrot cake cookie recipe makes 15 cookies in under 10 minutes.

These cookies are a healthier option, especially if you are trying to reduce the use of refined sugars. They are packed with nutrients, including vitamin A, potassium, fibre, iron, calcium, sodium, magnesium, protein, healthy fats and carbs.

• they are sweet, thanks to the dates
• lower in calories than your average cookie
• contain wholesome ingredients
• they are easy to digest
• to make them “fuller”, you can add oats or raisins
• and of course, easy to make – no bake!

When I was exploring the GAPS diet for better digestion, I discovered this recipe. I have a finicky gut and sometimes have trouble digesting certain foods. Experimenting with GAPS-friendly recipes works well for me by reducing bloat, heartburn or stomach pain.

If you can relate, feel free to explore some GAPS-friendly dessert recipes by checking out My Gutsy’s GAPS

Never heard of GAPS?  It stands for Gut And Psychology Syndrome. You can learn more about this by following Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride.

I’ll be honest, she sometimes gets criticized for her theories and methods. However, I found the process of eliminating certain foods from my diet helpful in figuring out what was bothering my body. To each their own.

Anyway, give this no bake carrot cake cookie recipe a try and let me know what you think about it in the comments section.

Happy no baking!

No Bake Carrot Cake Cookies

These cookies are so easy to make. Store them in the fridge for days. Make a double batch as they won't last long. If you find them a little too soft, feel free to add some rolled oats, spooning in a little extra until you get to your desired consistency.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 15 cookies

Calories 50 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup nut butter of your choice
• ½ cup finely shredded coconut non-sweetened
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp of allspice
• ½ tsp Himalayan pink salt
• ½ cup chopped dates or more
• ½ cup of chopped walnuts
• 1 finely shredded carrot
• 2 tbsp rolled oats (optional)

Instructions

 

• Mix all the ingredients by hand in a bowl.
• Scoop tablespoon size amount into palm of hand and roll into a ball.
• Press to flatten cookie on a sheet.
• Place in container and store in the fridge.
• Optional: add rolled oats to increase density

Keyword carrot cake, grain-free, healthy snack, no bake, quick, under 10 minutes