Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our collection of delectable carrot raisin spice cookies, crafted with a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a baking journey where crisp edges meet soft, chewy centers, all while enveloped in a symphony of warm spices and the sweet crunch of plump raisins. These cookies are not just a treat; they're an experience that will warm your heart and leave you craving more. From classic carrot cake cookies to unique variations like maple-glazed and cream cheese-frosted, our recipes cater to every palate. Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible aroma filling your kitchen as these cookies bake to perfection. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary exploration, our easy-to-follow instructions and detailed ingredient lists will guide you towards creating these delightful treats. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking adventure like no other!
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CARROT SPICE THUMBPRINT COOKIES
Carrot cake is a family favorite, and these delicious cookies taste just like it with shredded carrots, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, cinnamon and cloves. And they're topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Who could resist? Each cookie is like eating a piece of carrot cake, but with no fork needed! —Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream together margarine and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, baking soda and cloves; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in carrots, walnuts and cranberries., Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Press a deep indentation in center of each with the back of a 1/2-teaspoon measure., Bake until edges begin to brown, 10-12 minutes. Reshape indentations as needed. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, beat butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until blended. To serve, fill each cookie with about 1-1/2 teaspoons frosting; sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftover filled cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CARROT COOKIES
These cookies are both flavorful and colorful. The shredded carrots add nice bright flecks of orange color.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Stir in carrots. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to carrot mixture. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
OATMEAL CARROT RAISIN COOKIES
Semi-healthy cookies that taste good.
Provided by Amy
Categories Desserts Cookies Oatmeal Cookie Recipes Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Whisk peanut butter, coconut oil, agave nectar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla together in a bowl. Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and cloves together in a separate bowl; stir into peanut butter mixture until dough comes together. Fold oats, carrots, and raisins into dough. Spoon dough, 1 to 2 tablespoons per cookie, onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 192.1 mg, Sugar 12.2 g
CARROT-SPICE COOKIES
Featuring carrot cake and cranberries, spiced cookies are drizzled with cream cheese frosting to add a bit of sweetness.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). In large bowl, beat cake mix, flour, butter and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute. Stir in cranberries.
- On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until edges are set. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 10 minutes.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting uncovered on Medium (50%) 15 seconds. Drizzle frosting over cookies. Store covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
CARROT AND RAISIN BARS
These bars taste just like carrot cake.
Provided by My 3 boys
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Combine carrots, raisins, water, sugar, orange juice, butter, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Pour carrot mixture into a large bowl and cool to lukewarm, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir flour, egg, baking soda, and salt into carrot mixture until batter is well mixed; fold in walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 151.8 mg, Sugar 11 g
CARROT-RAISIN SPICE COOKIES
Make and share this Carrot-Raisin Spice Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SnowHat
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 22m
Yield 3 cookies, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- MIX flour, cereal, pumpkin pie spice and baking soda; set aside.
- BEAT applesauce and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Add flour mixture; beat on low speed until well blended.
- Stir in carrots and raisins; let stand 10 minutes.
- DROP rounded teaspoonfuls of dough, 2 inches apart, onto parchment paper-covered or nonstick baking sheets.
- BAKE at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on wire racks.
CARROT-RAISIN SPICE COOKIES
Shredded carrots, raisins, pumpkin pie spice and walnuts add flavor and texture to these scrumptious drop cookies. Serve for after-school snacks.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 22m
Yield Makes 20 servings, 3 cookies each.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix flour, cereal, pumpkin pie spice and baking soda; set aside.
- Beat butter and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add egg product and vanilla; mix well. Add flour mixture; beat on low speed until well blended. Stir in carrots, raisins and walnuts; let stand 10 minutes.
- Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough, 2 inches apart, onto parchment paper-covered or nonstick baking sheets.
- Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g
CARROT-RAISIN NUT COOKIES
Make and share this Carrot-Raisin Nut Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 30 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Line baking sheet/s with parchment paper.
- In a bowl cream butter with brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add in egg and vanilla; beat until well blended.
- Mix in carrots and coconut.
- In a small bowl mix the flour with salt, baking powder, nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon; add to the creamed mixture and mix until combined.
- Mix in raisins and nuts.
- Drop large spoonfuls on prepared baking sheet/s.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until browned.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cookies.
- Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making the cookies light and airy.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the cookies at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time. Underbaked cookies will be soft and gooey, while overbaked cookies will be hard and dry.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting or storing them.
Conclusion:
These carrot raisin spice cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a sweet snack or a special dessert, these cookies are sure to please.
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