This recipe is a longtime family favorite. The cookies are soft and delicious, and the aroma while baking is absolutely irresistible! I'm always being asked for the recipe. -Jeanie Petrik, Greensburg, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the oats, carrots and pecans., Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., Freeze option: Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Freeze until firm. Transfer cookie dough balls to resealable freezer containers; seal tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. To bake, place frozen dough 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 10-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges
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uuuu.n45@gmail.comThese cookies look amazing. I'm going to make them this weekend.
Arlda Mtema
mtema_a16@hotmail.comI can't wait to try these cookies!
Rohit Taj
taj39@yahoo.comThese cookies are the perfect treat for a party or a potluck.
Jeanette A
ajeanette@gmail.comI love the way these cookies look. They're so festive.
Ibrahim Nima
n_ibrahim14@hotmail.comThese cookies are a great addition to any cookie platter.
Lillyrose
lillyrose@gmail.comI will definitely be making these cookies again.
Abigail Dunn
abigail71@hotmail.comThese cookies are so moist and flavorful. I highly recommend them.
Manish Bhul
bhul_m94@hotmail.comI've never had carrot cookies before, but these are delicious!
Kallim Khan
khan7@yahoo.comThese cookies are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.
Hussain Kiani
h.kiani15@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of carrots, but I love these cookies!
Md Shaleh Ahmed
mahmed@hotmail.comThese cookies are the perfect way to use up leftover carrots.
Qasid ronaldo K
q_k77@yahoo.comI love that these cookies are made with whole wheat flour. They're a healthier alternative to traditional cookies.
Mitch Merveille
merveillemitch@yahoo.comThese cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
sumaya nakato
sumayan21@hotmail.co.ukI've made these cookies several times now, and they're always perfect.
Joshua Sinyangwe
joshuasinyangwe@gmail.comThese cookies are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Apurbo Gaming
agaming75@gmail.comI made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Bilal Shakh
b-s48@gmail.comMy kids loved these cookies! They're the perfect size for little hands.
Noxolo Fihla
nf54@hotmail.comThese cookies are the perfect healthy snack! They're packed with carrots and oats, and they're low in sugar.
Mwendwa Kiio
m-kiio18@hotmail.comI love how moist and flavorful these cookies are. The carrots add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
shield properties
sproperties@gmail.comThese carrot cookie bites were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice.