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Carrot cookies

Recipe Information

Description:
Carrot cookies is a delicious American recipe usually served as a dessert. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 20 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 20
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Carrots
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Dessert
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • Cookies

    • 1 cup sugar

    • 3/4 cup shortening

    • 1 1/2 tablespoons water

    • 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil

    • 1 teaspoon baking powder, mixed together

    • 1 cup grated carrots

    • 2 cups flour

    • 2 teaspoon baking powder

    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Orange glaze

    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

    • 1 teaspoon orange juice

    • 1/2 teaspoon water

Directions

  • Cookies

    • Set an oven to 350°F.

    • Blend the sugar and shortening thoroughly with a mixer or whisk.

    • Mix the water, oil, and baking powder together and add to the sugar and shortening mixture. Mix in the carrots.

    • Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a different bowl.

    • Stir the mixtures together. Add the vanilla extract.

    • Place by spoonful onto cookie pan.

    • Bake for 15-18 minutes, or golden brown.

    • Spread the orange glaze lightly over the cookies, if desired.

  • Orange glaze

    • Mix all ingredients together until smooth.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 177 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 4mg

  • Sodium: 106mg

  • Potassium: 32mg

  • Carbohydrate: 23g

  • Fiber: <1g

  • Protein: 1g