Best 5 Carrot Cake Muffin Cookies Low Fat Recipes

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Carrot cake muffin cookies low fat have become increasingly popular over the years, and for good reason. They offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures, featuring the earthy sweetness of carrots, the fragrant spiciness of cinnamon and nutmeg, and the moist, tender crumb of a muffin, all in a convenient, bite-sized cookie form. These cookies are not only delicious, but they are also a healthier alternative to traditional carrot cake, as they contain significantly less fat and sugar. Whether you're looking for a healthier indulgence or simply a flavorful treat, carrot cake muffin cookies low fat are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARROT CAKE MUFFIN COOKIES LOW FAT/CARB



Carrot Cake Muffin Cookies Low Fat/Carb image

http://www.recipezaar.com/Carrot-Cake-Muffin-Cookies-Low-Fat-176966The name is strange, I know, but when you bite into one of these cookies its like a carrot cake muffin! They are so sweet and yummy and you will never miss the fatty version. Only 1 point for Weight Watchers as well! These are also dairy and egg free!

Categories     Desserts     Other     Other Desserts     Low Fat     Low Fat Desserts     Dessert     Desserts Dessert

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup quick-cooking oat
3/4 cup carrot, grated
1-2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup artificial sweetener (you can use honey if you like, just adjust the points for it)
1/4-1/3 cup water (if you dough is still too dry, just keep adding water one tablespoon at a time until it is stiff)

Steps:

  • Mix all the dry ingredients together first.
  • Add in the carrots, applesauce, water, and raisins.
  • Spray cookie sheets with non stick, butter flavored cooking spray and drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the cookies sheets 1 1/2 inches apart from one another. Make sure to flatten the cookies slightly because they will not really "spread out" at all.
  • Bake at 275 degrees (yes, thats right -- 275!) for 18 minutes. DO NOT OVER BAKE.
  • Let rest for a minute or two on the sheets before removing. Store in an air tight container and enjoy!
  • NOTES : I added 1 c. grated carrot and more cinnamon and only 3-4 packets of sweetner.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe 25 Amount Per Serving Calories

CARROT CAKE MUFFIN COOKIES! LOW FAT!



Carrot Cake Muffin Cookies! Low Fat! image

The name is strange, I know, but when you bite into one of these cookies its like a carrot cake muffin! They are so sweet and yummy and you will never miss the fatty version. Only 1 point for Weight Watchers as well! These are also dairy and egg free!

Provided by TiffySugar

Categories     Dessert

Time 23m

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup carrot, grated
1 -2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup artificial sweetener (you can use honey if you like, just adjust the points for it)
1/4-1/3 cup water (if you dough is still too dry, just keep adding water one tablespoon at a time until it is stiff)

Steps:

  • Mix all the dry ingredients together first.
  • Add in the carrots, applesauce, water, an raisins.
  • Spray cookie sheets with non stick, butter flavored cooking spray and drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the cookies sheets 1 1/2 inches apart from one another. Make sure to flatten the cookies slightly because they will not really "spread out" at all.
  • Bake at 275 degrees (yes, thats right -- 275!) for 18 minutes. DO NOT OVER BAKE.
  • Let rest for a minute or two on the sheets before removing. Store in an air tight container and enjoy!

LOW-FAT CARROT CAKE MUFFINS (THAT DON'T TASTE LOW-FAT!)



Low-Fat Carrot Cake Muffins (That Don't Taste Low-Fat!) image

Except for the small amount of oil these muffins are low-fat, but you would never know it, they bake out high with tons of flavor and are extremely moist, you may throw in some chopped nuts also --- for greasing see my recipe#78579 --- for more low fat muffin recipes visit www.kittencalskitchen.com

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or use half white and whole wheat)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2-3/4 cup brown sugar (or to taste, or can use brown sugar Splenda)
1 egg, slightly beaten
3 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup nonfat milk (or use low-fat milk)
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained
1 1/2 cups grated carrots (squeeze out some of the moisture with hands)
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line 12 muffin tins with paper liners or spray tins with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl mix together first 7 ingredients.
  • In a small bowl whisk together egg, oil, milk and vanilla.
  • In a medium bowl mix the shredded carrots with the crushed pineapple.
  • Add in the oil/egg mixture into the carrot/pineapple mixture; mix well to combine, then add to the dry ingredients; mix JUST until combined.
  • Add in the raisins and chopped nuts.
  • Divide the mixture between the 12 muffin tins.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins test done.

LOW-FAT CARROT CAKE



Low-Fat Carrot Cake image

"Loaded with spice and carrot flavor, this moist and luscious cake is guaranteed to impress." Rebecca Baird - Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 egg whites
1 egg
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups grated carrots
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, buttermilk, egg whites, egg, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda, spices and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Fold in carrots and pineapple. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and vanilla; beat until smooth. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HEALTHY CARROT CAKE MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY



Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: eggs, greek yogurt, maple syrup, milk, vanilla extract, carrots, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, light cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
½ cup greek yogurt
½ cup maple syrup
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 carrots, shredded
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
8 oz light cream cheese, softened
¼ cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy.
  • Add in the Greek yogurt and whisk again until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
  • Pour in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture again until smooth.
  • Add the shredded carrots, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon over the wet ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, fold the wet and dry ingredients together just until combined.
  • Using a medium ice cream scoop, portion the batter into a greased 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until the muffins have risen and set.
  • For the frosting, beat the cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Add in the maple syrup and vanilla and beat again until the mixture is well combined.
  • Once the muffins have cooled, use a small ice cream scoop to spoon a bit of the frosting on top of the muffins. Gently tap the muffins on the counter to smooth out the layer of frosting on top.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful muffin cookie, use freshly grated carrots. Grating your own carrots ensures that they are fresh and have not lost their nutrients or flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough and dry muffin cookies. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a muffin scoop or ice cream scoop to portion the batter. This will help to ensure that the muffin cookies are all the same size and shape.
  • Bake the muffin cookies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can result in dry and crumbly muffin cookies.
  • Let the muffin cookies cool completely before frosting or glazing. This will help to prevent the frosting or glaze from melting.

Conclusion:

Carrot cake muffin cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and have a delicious cream cheese frosting. These muffin cookies are also low in fat, making them a healthier option than traditional carrot cake. Whether you are looking for a snack, dessert, or a special treat, carrot cake muffin cookies are sure to please.

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