Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups grated fresh carrots
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add honey (or maple syrup), vanilla, and grated carrots, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Fold in nuts or cranberries if desired.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten gently. Shape into festive designs if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated carrots for flavor and texture.
- Ensure not to overbake to maintain crispness.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for longer storage; thaw at room temperature or warm slightly before serving.
- You can decorate with holiday icing or edible glitter for extra festivity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Dessert
- Method: Baking, Freezing
- Cuisine: American, Disney Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian, Nut-Free (if nuts omitted)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg