Carrot Cake Quinoa Breakfast Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. 2
   Whisk together the flaxseed meal and water, and set aside. Beat together cashew butter, syrup, banana and vanilla in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Add flax egg and mix to combine.
4. 4
   Pour in oats, quinoa flakes, baking powder, spices and salt to the bowl and stir together. Fold in shredded carrots and walnuts.Drop 2 tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet and repeat until no dough remains.
5. 5
   Bake cookies on center rack for 15 - 18 minutes until edges are golden brown.
6. 6
   Remove and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.Enjoy at room temp or slightly reheated in a microwave.