Photo: Molly Mears
Orange Carrot Cookies
12 ingredients
20 min + 15 min
3 dozen
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"My Grandma used to make these cookies all the time, and I grew up hooked! You'll be surprised at how great the combination of flavors are, especially with the citrusy glaze."
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
809
Calories
22g
Protein
21g
Fat
130g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 9 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Flour | 1 cup (125g) all-purpose | 455 |
| Butter | 1 tbsp (14g) | 102 |
| Egg | 1 large egg (50g) | 78 |
| Orange | 1 medium (131g) | 62 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Walnut | 1 walnut half (4g) | 26 |
| Carrot | 1 medium (61g) | 25 |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp extract (4ml) | 12 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shortening
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups mashed cooked carrots
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
Directions
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