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Carrot Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery Carrot Sugar Cookies with fresh grated carrots and a hint of cinnamon - a perfect twist on a classic treat!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 124kcal
Author: Lainey

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

  • In a large bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add grated carrots and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

Combine the Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Gradually add this mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

Chill the Dough:

  • Divide the dough in half and shape into a square.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).

Bake the Cookies:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice or roll the dough into cookies and place on the prepared sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown.

Cool & Serve:

  • Transfer cookies to a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar.
  • Let them cool completely before serving.
Serving: 1gCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 24mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 459IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg

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